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Malosma laurina - Laurel Sumac

Market price from $16.99 to $25.50

Malosma laurina is a distinctive, evergreen shrub, popularly known as Laurel Sumac. Its place in the Anacardiaceae family is celebrated through its lustrous, deep-green foliage, mirroring the opulent appearance of laurel leaves. As an intrinsic part of Southern California's chaparral ecosystems, this resilient shrub proudly adapts to various soil types and gracefully withstands drought conditions with ease. In the tender warmth of the summer months, it unveils a multitude of small, aromatic, cream-colored flowers that transform the shrub into a fragrant oasis. As the seasons change, these blooms give way to clusters of reddish berries, adding a touch of autumnal charm. With an ability to flourish up to an impressive 15 feet in both height and width, the Laurel Sumac offers unrivaled visual appeal and sturdy reliability, making it an optimal choice for any landscape design endeavoring to balance effortless, low-water maintenance with rich, natural beauty. From full sun to partial shade, this robust shrub delivers a dynamic performance as it seasons your landscape with a dash of Californian wilderness and resilience.

  • Size: Up to 15 feet tall and wide
  • Flowers: Small, fragrant, cream-colored blossoms
  • Foliage: Glossy, deep-green, laurel-like leaves
  • Water usage: Low (drought-tolerant)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Additional feature: Produces reddish berries in the fall
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