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Heteromeles arbutifolia

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Description:

Large woody bush with thorns, green leaves and large mounds of hard, red berries. The newer twigs have a copper color.

Habitat:

Full sun with regular watering in landscaped yard in Rancho Santa Fe

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Heteromeles

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Heteromeles arbutifolia

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Ava T-B
This is a native to Southern California and Baja California, Mexico. It is a GREAT shrub to have in the garden if you want to attract local birds. If you're really lucky you can get a flock of Cedar Waxwings to come and eat up all the berries.

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The Color Red
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Southern California Wildlife

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PublishedOctober 11, 2011

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