Rhamnus purshiana (Cascara) Size:5 gal DN Pacific Dotted Blue

Pacific Dotted Blue

and moist canyons from 600-5000 ft

Landscape Use and Ecological Function: Cornus sericea ssp

Spiraea douglasii can be aggressive

Many wild animals (birds

Rhamnus purshiana (Cascara) Size:5 gal DN Pacific Dotted BluePlant Description: Commonly found growing as a small tree, occasionally more shrub like. The bark is gray and smooth to the touch. Shiny green leaves clustered near the ends of twigs are oval with veins indenting the leaf to make the surface wavy. The leaves are typically deciduous, although in warmer climates the plant can hold onto them as though they were semi deciduous. Leaves turn light orange to yellow in the fall. Foliage is great for use in