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Oemleria cerasiformis

Indian Plum, Oso Berry

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer:

 

Description

This shrub is deciduous and found in woodland settings with damp soil, growing 3'-15' tall. It suckers and spreads. It has almond scented white flowers; female plants have blue-black berries.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

High, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

n/a

Special Uses

Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.