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Prosopsis velutina

Velvet Mesquite

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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Tree grows to 25' x 25' moderatly fast. Fernlike gray-green leaves. Pale yellow flowers in the spring. Accepts reflected sun. Excellent wildlife plant. Native to Sonoran and Chihuahuan deserts.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Clay

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Silhouette, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Background, Street Tree, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Screen, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Butterflies, Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.