Cercocarpus montanus

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Mountain Mahogany

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Mountain mahogany makes a fine, evergreen small tree or large shrub. Growth is upright and irregular to 15' tall by 8' wide. Corkscrew shaped fruits develop in fall and winter. This plant can adapt to most any soil, as long as it is well-drained. Distinctive shaggy reddish bark. Long lived, slow growing, Native western USA on dry slopes and mesas 3-9500'. Leaves are russet colored, dark green and wedge shaped.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

 

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

Red

 

Fruit Color

Red

 

Fruit Season

Winter, Fall

Sun

Half

 

Water

Low

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Multi-trunk Tree, Standard

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

 

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Hedge, Screen

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.