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Acacia greggii
Also Known As
- Acacia greggii var. wrightii
- Acacia wrightii
- Catclaw Acacia
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 10'-20'
- W: 10'-18'
planting zones
- 8a-11
Acacia greggii plant details
Acacia greggii is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in alkaline and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Acacia greggii
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: fabaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 10 FT - 18 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Acacia greggii
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: alkaline and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Acacia greggii plant
How to Grow Acacia greggii
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- cream
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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- sun
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