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Oso berry

Oso berry is a fast growing but relatively short-lived perennial deciduous shrub or small tree of 6 to 16 feet. Fragrant 1/2 inch greenish white flowers usually appear by late winter in loose hanging clusters of 10 to 20 flowers each. Leaves also emerge early taking advantage of sunlight before overstory trees produce leaves and shade. Description from USDA

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Oso berry

Oso berry fast facts

Scientific Name

Oemleria cerasiformis

Family

Rosaceae

Garden Type

Rain Garden Appropriate, Anywhere

Wildlife

Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Native Plant Region

Western WA, PNW, North America

Light needs

Filtered

Water Needs

Medium

Plant Type

Deciduous, Flowering, Perennial, Shrub

Bloom Color(s)

White

Height

5 – 10 feet

Width

10+ feet

Months in Bloom

February, March, April

Safe Beneath Power Lines?

Yes
Oso berry

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