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Pacific Madrone | Arbutus menziesii

May contain: leaf, plant, herbal, herbs, grass, potted plant, bud, flower, sprout, vegetation, jar, planter, pottery, vase, and tree
Photo Credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery
May contain: leaf, plant, bud, flower, sprout, potted plant, animal, reptile, and snake
May contain: plant, tree, vegetation, tree trunk, land, nature, outdoors, rainforest, jungle, and woodland
Photo Credit: Joseph O'Brien
May contain: leaf, plant, herbal, herbs, grass, potted plant, bud, flower, sprout, vegetation, jar, planter, pottery, vase, and tree
May contain: leaf, plant, bud, flower, sprout, potted plant, animal, reptile, and snake
May contain: plant, tree, vegetation, tree trunk, land, nature, outdoors, rainforest, jungle, and woodland

Like a giant rhododendron! This fast growing evergreen has beautiful smooth reddish and golden “bark.”

 

Plant Details

HabitatsOak WoodlandUpland Prairie and Savanna
Habitat NotesOak woodland; Upland Prairie and Oak Savanna
Arboretums
Years Planted at Arboretums2012, 2012, 2013
Mature Height90’
Shade Preferencefull sun, part shade
Soil TolerancePrefer dry sites
Special UsesAttracts insects, bees and butterflies; Provides wildlife forage, cover and food