Trees
Whitethorn Acacia
Vachellia constricta
Good for naturalistic landscapes. Flowers attract bees. Seeds attract birds and other wildlife. Previously classified as Acacia constricta. Also try Senegalia greggii.
The Basics
Type: TreesSun: Full SunHardiness: 5°FWater: Very LowNative to southwestern US, northern MexicoGrowth
Growth Rate: SlowMature Height: 10'Mature Width: 15'Mature Form: Multi-trunkedFoliage
Semi-evergreenColor: Medium greenTexture: FineWildlife
Bees Birds Other wildlifeFlowers
Flower Color: Yellow puffballsSeason: Spring to summerComments
Litter: ModerateThorns: MediumIrritation: NoneAttracts Wildlife
Native
Photo By: Dave Seibert