Trees
Blackbrush Acacia
Vachellia rigidula
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Effective as a barrier. Boasts attractive light gray bark. Previously classified as Acacia rigidula.
The Basics
Type: TreesSun: Full SunHardiness: 20°FWater: Very LowNative to western and southern Texas, northeastern MexicoGrowth
Growth Rate: SlowMature Height: 15'Mature Width: 15'Mature Form: Vase-shapedFoliage
EvergreenColor: Dark greenTexture: MediumWildlife
Bees ButterfliesFlowers
Flower Color: Light yellow spikesSeason: SpringComments
Litter: LowThorns: MediumIrritation: NoneAttracts Wildlife
Native
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Photo By: Dave Seibert
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Photo By: Dave Seibert