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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60-90 days

Germination: sow seed 3/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: The seed can be rather slow, sometimes taking 18 months to germinate.

Native to: California

Native

Introduced

Prunus lyoniiPrunus lyonii

Catalina Cherry

Prunus lyonii

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Characteristics

No Export to These Countries

Australia, Canada, South Africa

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60-90 days

Germination: sow seed 3/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: The seed can be rather slow, sometimes taking 18 months to germinate.

Native to: California

Native

Introduced

Looking for a unique and drought-resistant evergreen for your garden? Look no further than the Prunus lyonii Catalina Cherry! This fast-growing plant is not only a great ornamental and hedge choice for California, but it also produces large, sweet, and juicy cherries that were traditionally eaten by Native Americans and loved by birds. And while it is a subspecies of the Hollyleaf Cherry, the Catalina Cherry boasts bigger fruits with a finer flavor that can rival even cultivated sweet cherries. So if you want to add a touch of California history and flavor to your home, the Prunus lyonii Catalina Cherry is the perfect choice.