Rhamnus californica

  • Rhamnus californica  coffeeberry
  • Rhamnus californica  coffeeberry
coffeeberry

This evergreen shrub or small tree grows 5 to 15 feet tall with a 10 foot spread or more. Shiny, dark green 4 inch leaves form a solid, mounding screen. Creamy white flowers are followed by dark purple fruit. Attracts birds, butterflies, beneficial insects, good under oaks. Sun or shade, tolerates heavy soil if not over watered.