
Oceanspray
Holodiscus discolor
About this plant
Holodiscus discolor
Type: Shrub · Family: Rosaceae · Native Region: Pacific Northwest
Oceanspray is an adaptive shrub common throughout the Pacific Northwest. Found on both sides of the Cascades, Oceanspray can handle wet, dry, sun, and shade conditions (as well as nearly any soil) with ease. Don't let her versatility fool you into thinking she's basic though - Oceanspray is a stunning June bloom, and an outstanding butterfly host + bird feeder. Oceanspray is also relatively fast growing and quickly creates coloful headrows, especially with ample sunlight and moisture.
Growing Conditions
- Sun: Sun to Part Shade
- Water: Dry to Medium
- Soil: Rocky - Loamy
- Bloom Time: July
- Mature Size: 12–12 ft tall, 12–12 ft wide
Attributes
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Birds
- Attracts Butterflies
- Deer Resistant
- Fire Resistant
- Portland Approved Plant List
Landscape Use
Food Forest, Mixed Shrub Border, Rain Garden, Woodland Garden, Mixed Border, Hedgerow / Wildlife Corridor, Shade Garden, Pollinator Garden
