Forestiera pubescens - Desert Olive (Plant) asclepias 2600+ photographs

2600+ photographs

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Plant Characteristics Family Name Berberidaceae Species Name Berberis haematocarpa Common Name Red Barberry

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Forestiera pubescens - Desert Olive (Plant) asclepias 2600+ photographsHighly recommended drought tolerant shrub. Birds love the berries and the small yellow flowers are fragrant. Nice as an informal hedge in hot, dry locations. Looks best with some water. This is a larval host plant for hairstreak butterflies. Plant Characteristics Family Name Oleaceae Species Name Forestiera pubescens Common Name Desert Olive Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower