How to Grow and Care for Toyon

Toyon thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires well-draining soil. Special care must be taken to ensure it has good air circulation to prevent diseases. Additionally, toyon is drought-tolerant once established but benefits from occasional watering during prolonged dry periods.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Toyon

Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7.5
Hardiness Zones	8-10

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Types of Toyon

Toyon

Toyon produces a berry that has multiple culinary uses. The berries can be cooked and eaten by themselves, or made in multiple preparations. Some of the most common of these are jellies, custards, and teas. The berries can also be dried and stored for later consumption. These berries have been a food staple for Native American tribes for generations.

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