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Ziziphus obtusifolia v. canescens

Gray Thorn

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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer:

 

Description

Deciduous shrub that grows slowly to 6' x 8'. Leaves are gray-green, and most branches end in a thorn. Flowers are cream colored and non-showy, but blue-black berries in summer provide intrest, as well as attracting birds. Accepts full sun. Native to the southwest U.S. and Mexico.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

Black, Blue

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, Parking Strip, With Rocks

Special Uses

Screen, Mass Planting, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.