Pacific Madrone | Arbutus menziesii - Benton Soil And Water Conservation District

Pacific Madrone | Arbutus menziesii

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Photo Credit: Joseph O'Brien

Description

Like a giant rhododendron! This fast growing evergreen has beautiful smooth reddish and golden bark. Flowers look like small, white urns and fall berries are a bright red-orange.

Plant Details

Habitats	Oak Woodland, Mixed Conifer Forest, Upland Prairie and Savanna
Habitat Notes	Often found in dry, sunny areas
Phenology	Flowering April-June, berries September-November
Mature Height	90’
Shade Preference	full sun, part shade
Soil Tolerance	Prefer dry sites
Special Uses	Attracts insects, bees and butterflies; Provides wildlife forage, cover and food

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Oak Woodland

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Upland Prairie and Savanna

Upland prairies or open grasslands are among the most threatened ecosystems in Oregon. Historically, they occurred across the Willamette Valley and are vegetated by perennial grasses and annual or…