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Acacia berlandieri

Also Known As

  • Guajillo Acacia
  • Huajillla
  • Matoral
  • Mimosa Catclaw
  • Thornless Catclaw

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 10'-15'
  • W: 10'-15'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

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Acacia berlandieri plant details

Acacia berlandieri is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acacia berlandieri

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acacia berlandieri

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Acacia berlandieri plant

How to Grow Acacia berlandieri

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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