Generally, madrone species are difficult to keep alive in the nursery for longer than 5-8 years because they're so susceptible to root rot. But this is a robust hybrid, a truly exceptional nursery plant. Drought tolerant, easily grown and attractive reddish flowers accent its handsome, orange-cinnamon bark. The biggest specimen in the US is 45 x 45 ft., but it is generally of smaller stature, a superb selection for CA and sunny south exposures in the PNW.

With few prickles on its stems and clusters of pink flowers, this wild rose thrives in lightly shaded locations and is a good candidate for the ornamental garden. BC south to Northern CA.

Under appreciated for its very show pink flowers that attract multiple pollinators. This is a integral part of our wetland habitants in the West. Willamette Valley ecotype for use in revegetation.