Photo of Prosopis chilensis foliage by Karl Gercens III

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Prosopis chilensis

Also Known As

  • Thornless Chilean Mesquite

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 20'
  • W: 30'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Prosopis chilensis plant details

Prosopis chilensis is a broadleaf semi-evergreen tree with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Adapts to various soil conditions.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Prosopis chilensis

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 30 FT - wide, 0 - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Prosopis chilensis

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the fastest growing trees in the Desert Southwest. The ferny foliage has a lush, tropical flair! Needs well drained soil. Hardy down to zone 8. Mine sustained some cold dammage when temperatures dropped below 10 °F, but they came back full force in spring. For sale are trees in small pots, 6 to 12 inches tall. WE CANNOT SHIP LIVE PLANTS INTERNATIONALLY

Gardening facts about Prosopis chilensis plant

How to Grow Prosopis chilensis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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