Mound San Bruno Coffeeberry (Frangula californica 'Mound San Bruno')

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Mound San Bruno Coffeeberry

Rhamnus californica 'Mound San Bruno'

A compact, fast-growing native shrub with glossy foliage, red stems, and wildlife-friendly berries.

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Description

Frangula californica 'Mound San Bruno' (syn. Rhamnus californica), commonly known as Mound San Bruno Coffeeberry, is a superior, compact evergreen shrub prized for its dense, rounded form and exceptional garden tolerance. A selected cultivar of the California native Coffeeberry, it features glossy, dark green, lance-shaped leaves with distinctive rolled-under margins and attractive red new stems . In fall, small, inconspicuous, yellowish-green flowers appear, followed by clusters of small berries that ripen from green to red and finally to black-red, providing ornamental interest and wildlife value . With its naturally tidy, mounding habit and remarkable adaptability to a range of garden conditions, including clay soil, it is an outstanding choice for foundations, low hedges, screens, and native plant landscapes .

Quick Facts

Foliage & Flowers: Glossy, dark green, lance-shaped leaves with distinctive rolled-under margins; attractive red new stems; small, inconspicuous, yellowish-green flowers in fall; clusters of small berries ripen from green to red to black-red .
Mature Height: 4-6 ft (1.2-1.8 m)
Mature Spread: 4-6 ft (1.2-1.8 m)
Growth Rate: Fast
Hardiness Zones: USDA 7-10 ; Sunset 3A-10, 14-24, H1, H2
Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade (tolerates both)
Core Benefits: Dense, compact rounded form, attractive glossy foliage, fast-growing, drought and clay tolerant, deer resistant, wildlife-friendly berries .
Best Uses: Foundation plantings, low hedges, privacy screens, understory planting, native gardens, coastal gardens, slopes, mass plantings .

Faqs

Q: How large does 'Mound San Bruno' Coffeeberry get?
A: It is a compact, rounded shrub, typically reaching 4-6 feet in both height and spread at maturity . Its dense, tidy form makes it ideal for smaller gardens and foundation plantings.

Q: How is 'Mound San Bruno' different from other Coffeeberry varieties?
A: This cultivar is selected specifically for its dense, rounded, mounding habit and exceptional tolerance to garden conditions, including clay soils . It is more compact and predictable than the species, making it better suited for formal landscapes.

Q: How much sun does it need?
A: It is highly adaptable, thriving in full sun to partial shade. It is an excellent choice for planting under native oaks or in other shady locations, as well as in sunny borders .

Q: How much water does it need?
A: Once established, it is highly drought-tolerant. Water regularly during its first year to establish a deep root system. After that, it requires little to no supplemental water, even in dry climates .

Q: Is it deer resistant?
A: Yes, Coffeeberry is generally resistant to deer browsing , making it an excellent choice for gardens where deer pressure is a concern.

Q: Does it produce berries?
A: Yes, the small clusters of berries ripen from green to red to black-red in fall and winter . They are an important food source for birds and other wildlife .

Q: Is it tolerant of clay soil?
A: Yes, this cultivar is noted for its exceptional tolerance to garden conditions, including heavy clay soils , which sets it apart from many other California natives .

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