Rudd’s Silverberry #1

[Ruddigger]

They are very strong trees. I defoliate mine each spring after the first push, and then pinch extending growth thereafter. If you completely defoliate, the second flush of growth is completely silver.

I’ve worked them before, but this is the first one I’ve owned and been able to observe on a daily basis. The strength is really crazy. I downsized the pot, completely defoliated and wired, and it popped back with leaves even bigger than before. On top of that it doesn’t seem to mind being in full sun. It seems like it’s the perfect species for Southern California.

 

[Ruddigger]

An absolute stunner any time of year. The lighting and backdrop are pretty killer too.

Thanks. Got lucky with the sunlight there.