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Vachella constricta

Whitethorn acacia

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Description

Whitethorn acacia is a medium sized shrub native to the Chihuahuan desert of the American Southwest. It creates a mound of about 3 to 6 feet and as wide. It has an abundant display of yellow flowers in the spring.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Rocky

Soil Condition

Poor, Dry

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.