Mail Order Catalog Fall 2010 - Cistus Nursery

Quercus wislizeni SBH 7198 interior live oak
Our collection, probably of the variety frutescens, from near Weaverville in the Siskiyou Mountains of southern
Oregon. This evergreen, rounded tree to about 25 ft, produces crinkled, somewhat spiny, deep green leaves,
silvery bark, and most attractive missile shaped acorns in late summer through autumn. A tough species for the
droughty west and one of the most easily moved at larger sizes. Nice planted where one might want contrast to an
olive as they reach about the same size. From this elevation we expect frost hardiness to be below 0F, into USDA
zone 6. Full sun, well-drained soil, preferably on a steep cliff, but not necessarily so.
$14.00
$14.00
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Fagaceae
* Rhamnus californica - Cistus seedling
Though we have not named this plant yet -- it appears that Rhamnus alaternus might be involved somehow -- we
think it a worthy and useful addition to the summer dry garden where an upright shrub or, if properly pruned,
small tree, to 10 ft tall, with glossy leaves and silver bark is always welcome. A vigorous plant for hedging for
single specimen. Best in sun to dappled shade with decent drainage. Very summer drought tolerant and expected
frost hardy in USDA zone 7.
$14.00
Rhamnaceae
* Rhamnus californica - narrow leaved form
Collected near Shasta Lake, California and given to us by plantsman Frank Callahan, this form of the western
native coffeeberry has narrower leaves than the species, to only 1.5" wide. A handsome evergreen shrub, to 4-8 ft
tall x 3-5 ft wide, with foliage that is silvery green above and paler below on stems that range from green to
maroon. A nice contrast. Insignificant flowers turn into handsome, pea-sized fruit that ripens from yellow-green
to red to black, often showing all three colors. Sun to part shade in any but damp soil with occasional deep,
summer watering to establish and none thereafter. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7.
$14.00
Rhamnaceae
* Rhamnus californica ssp. tomentella SBH 7451 coffeeberry
From the north fork of the American River in the northern Sierras comes this 6 ft form of the western native
coffeberry with its narrow leaves that appear as if clothed in gray-blue flannel, darkened stems, and red fruit
aging to dark purple -- all making a most wonderful display. Very summer drought tolerant; perfect for the
native, silver border. Sun for best results and low fertility in well-drained soil. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7.
Rhamnaceae
Rhaphiolepis umbellata f. ovata
One of the more handsome Indian hawthorns, this bold textured, evergreen, shrub (or miniature tree?), to 5-8 ft, is
adorned with glossy, 3", rounded oval leaves of deep green with a light coating of hairs, and white to shell pink
flowers spring through fall. Drought tolerant but fine with summer moisture. Full sun to dappled shade;
reasonable drainage; low or high nutrients. Frost hardy to the lower end USDA zone 8; possibly 7.
$12.00
Rosaceae
Rhaphiolepis umbellata 'Minor' minor indian hawthorn
Very nice, small evergreen shrub, native to Japan and Korea. To 3-4 ft tall by 2-3 ft wide, densely branched with a
rounded form. Good for foundation plantings or a small hedge. The leaves are small, glossy and dark green
turning bronze in winter and in new growth and the late spring flowers are white followed by purple-black
berries. Full sun to part shade. Prefers moist, well-drained soil but tolerates some drought. Frost hardy to USDA
zone 7.
$12.00
Rosaceae
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