Heteromeles arbutifolia
Toyon, Christmas Berry, California Holly

A California native evergreen shrub or small tree with dark green and leathery toothed leaves. Clusters of white flowers followed by small red berries in the fall and winter.

USDA zones: 7 - 10
Sunset zones: 5 - 9, 14 - 24
Mature size: 10 - 15 feet high and 6 - 8 feet wide
Light needs: full sun or partial shade
Water needs: moderate water