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Products > Prunus ilicifolia ssp lyonii   Prunus ilicifolia ssp lyonii - Catalina Cherry     Habit and Cultural Information Category: Shrub Family: Rosaceae (Roses) Origin: Channel Islands (North America) Evergreen: Yes Flower Color: White Bloomtime: Spring Synonyms: [Prunus lyonii] Height: 15-25 feet Width: 10-15 feet Exposure: Sun or Shade Drought Tolerant: Yes Irrigation Req.: Low Water Needs Winter Hardiness: <15° F Prunus ilicifolia ssp lyonii (Catalina Cherry) - This subspecies of Holly-leaf Cherry is typically used as a large shrub although it has a more tree-like habit than the species, growing to 12- 25 feet but able to attain 40 feet in habitat. It is native to the Channel Islands off the coast of California. The leaves, ovate to 2-5 inches long, are broader and not as stiff or spiny as the Holly leaf Cherry and the white flower clusters, borne in racemes to 2-5 inches long in late spring, are twice as long. Black fruits are attractive to birds. Plant in full or part sun. Drought tolerant. Reportedly resistant to Armillaria (Oak Root Fungus).  The description above is based on our research and observations of this plant growing in our nursery and in our own and other Santa Barbara gardens. We would appreciate hearing from anyone who has additional information or disagrees with what we have written.     [MORE INFO]