Catalina Cherry

Prunuslyonii

Family
Rosaceae (ro-ZAY-see-ee)
Genus
Prunus (PROO-nus)
Species
lyonii (ly-ON-ee-eye)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Height
30-40 ft. (9-12 m)
Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Other Details
Category
Perennials
Trees
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Carmel Valley, California

Long Beach, California

Manhattan Beach, California

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Gardener's Notes:

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positive
1
neutral
0
negative
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Carmel Valley, CA | May 2007 | positive

Beautiful tree. Great for screening. Medium growth and medium height. Drought tolerant.

U
U
Manhattan Beach, CA (Zone 11) | February 2005 | neutral

Catalina is a large island off the coast of Southern California.
The tree has been planted throughout the area on the mainland.

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