Leucaena retusa

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Golden Ball Lead Tree

  
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Information by: Mary Irish        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Deciduous single or multi-trunk tree grows at a moderate to fast rate to 20' tall. Fine textured bright glossy-green foliage. The bark is cinnamon colored and flaky. Showy yellow gold 1 1/2" puffballs appear spring-summer after rains. Needs well drained soil. No thorns. Accepts full or reflected sun Native to western Texas and Chihuahua.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

 

Height Range

12-25'

 

Flower Color

Gold, Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

 

Bark Color

Brown, Grey

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Remember to check your irrigation system at least once a month, especially your valves, sprinkler heads, and drip emitters.