Ziziphus obtusifolia v. canescens
Gray Thorn
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.