Prosopis, Argentine Mesquite

Prosopisalba var. colorado

Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Prosopis (PROS-oh-pis)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Height
20-30 ft. (6-9 m)
Spacing
20-30 ft. (6-9 m)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Pale Yellow
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Other Details
Category
Trees
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Gilbert, Arizona

Phoenix, Arizona

Henderson, Nevada

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Gardener's Notes:

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positives
0
neutral
0
negative
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Gilbert, AZ (Zone 9b) | April 2007 | positive

A beautiful tree with darker bark and vigorous growth. Perfect canopy effect if trimmed and kept neat. Mine happens to be by our pool a...Read More

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Phoenix, AZ (Zone 9b) | July 2004 | positive

This variety "Colorado" is thornless and has greater hardiness.

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