Lyonothamnus f. asplenifolius 1g

A remarkable and iconic evergreen tree native to the Channel Islands, the Santa Cruz Island Ironwood is prized for its unique and beautiful characteristics. Its most distinctive feature is the graceful, fern-like, dark green foliage that provides a soft texture and lush appearance year-round. The rich, reddish-brown bark exfoliates in thin strips, adding significant textural interest and revealing a smooth, lighter-colored trunk beneath. In late spring and early summer, large, creamy-white flower clusters stand out against the dark leaves. Lyonothamnus is fast-growing with an upright, often multi-trunked habit, making it an excellent choice as a dramatic specimen, a striking grove planting, or a tall, elegant screen. It is a tough, adaptable, and drought-tolerant tree once established, bringing a piece of California's island ecology to the mainland landscape.