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This small native tree boasts small flowers and purple fruit that feed many native birds. While it’s frequently overlooked, it’s a highly adaptable tree that will work well under power lines or in a smaller yard. Its foliage turns brilliant yellow in autumn.
Description from seattle.gov
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