It's not often we find plants that grow naturally in Ventura County AND the true deserts of Arizona, but here is one of our best! Sugar Bush, a close relative of Lemonade Berry, is one of the best plants for our hotter areas in Southern California. Completely drought-tolerant once established - if God ever decides to stop the rains completely for 5 years, Sugar Bush would probably still be around! This lush-looking evergreen plant can reach varying sizes, depending on light, soil and water. Count on at least 6 feet high and wide, but usually 8-20 feet high and wide. Don't worry, Sugar Bush also responds well to pruning to keep it manageable, and the Winter white-pink flower show is VERY nice. Summer brings sticky sour fruits that are used by many native folks in a refreshing drink. Tolerates clay soil as long as it is kept Summer dry.