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Hardtack, Mountain Ironwood, Sweet Brush

Scientific Name: Cercocarpus montanus Raf.
Synonym: Cercocarpus betuloides var. multiflorus , Cercocarpus betuloides
Family: Rosaceae

Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 6-24
USDA: 8b-10

Sun Exposure: Part sun to full sun

Origin: Dry foothills of western North America, from Oregon to northern Baja California.

Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub or tree, 4 to 8 inches tall (10 to 20 cm.), up to 6 inches in spread (15 cm.), dark green leaves, with a lighter underside

Watering Needs: Little water to moderate water, needs good drainage, drought tolerant

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