Sapindus saponaria var. drummondii

Western Soapberry

Tips for Homeowners:

Translucent, yellow-orange fruit can be messy. 

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The fruit is very showy into winter, but can create problems with seedlings and overall maintenance.

  • Rounded form
  • No serious pests
  • Yellow fall foliage

Best to naturalize away from areas where children play plus the fruit is messy and an issue for constant cleanup.

Height: 10-50 ft
Spread: 25-30 ft
Zone: 6-9
Color: White

Interesting Notes about Western Soapberry:

The size range of this tree varies with the soil type; in dense, clay-like soil the tree has a tendency to be smaller.  The fruit is poisonous to humans.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Naturalizing
  • Heat Tolerant
  • Mass Planting
  • Fall Color

Foliage Color:

  • Green
  • Yellow

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water