Scientific NameOlea europeaGeneral InformationThe olive is a subtropical evergreen tree with gray-green elongated leaves that are hairy on the undersides to slow the rate of transpiration -- a useful trait in dry climates. Most olives are grown for their edible fruit, but fruitless varieties are…
Scientific Name(Prunus persica)General InformationKnown as the “queen” of summer fruit, peaches feature fuzzy skin and sweet juicy yellow or white flesh. The trees are easily grown. Peach trees are self-fruiting, with flowers borne on one year old shoots. The trees can live for up to 20 years and adapt…
Scientific NamePyrus communisGeneral InformationOf all deciduous fruit tree species, pears are the most tolerant of wet soil conditions. However, they are also the most pest-ridden of all fruit trees and require the most sprays to keep clean. The most common variety, 'Bartlett,' makes up 75% of the…
Scientific NameCarya illoensisGeneral InformationLarge deciduous tree. Challenging to grow in Northern California as they need long, hot, humid summers. Technically not a nut, but a drupe -- a fruit with a single stone or pit, surrounded by a husk. Outer husk starts out green, turns brown at maturity,…
Scientific NameDiospyros kakiGeneral InformationPersimmons ("fruit of the Gods") are deciduous trees with luscious, prolific fruit and great ornamental value. Marin provides the perfect climate of moderate winters and mild summers. Large, dark green, glossy leaves turn yellow in autumn. After leaf drop…
Scientific NameJapanese: Prunus salicina and European: Prunus domesticaGeneral InformationPlum trees are easy to grow and have few pest problems. Two kinds of plums grow in California: European and Japanese. Within these, there is a huge variety, including black, purple, red or green skin, red or…
