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Ebenopsis ebano

Texas Ebony

Plant photo of: Ebenopsis ebano
Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Slow growing evgreen tree to 20' x 15'. Dense shade and dark green leaves. Very thorny. Zig zag branching habit. Fragrant pale cream to yellow flowers spring. Rich green foliage color. Bark sunburns if tree is overpruned. Native to south Texas, and Mexico.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

Yellow, White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Clay

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Silhouette, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Parking Lot, Street Tree, With Rocks

Special Uses

Screen, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

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