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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
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
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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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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
9b-11
Size
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Width: 15'-20'
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 12'-30'
Width: 12'-30'
- sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
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Size
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- sun
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6'-20'
- sun
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