Blackbrush Acacia
Vachellia rigidula
This tree serves as an effective barrier and boasts attractive light gray bark. Note: previously classified as Acacia rigidula.
THE BASICS
Type: Tree
Sun: Full sun
Hardiness: 20°F
Water: Very Low
Native to: Chihuahuan Desert
GROWTH RATE
Growth Rate: Slow
Mature Height: 12 feet
Mature Width: 12 feet
Mature Form: Shrublike
FOLIAGE
Evergreen
Color: Dark green
Texture: Medium
WILDLIFE
FLOWERS
Flower Color: Light yellow spikes
Season: spring
COMMENTS
Litter: Low
Thorns: Medium
Allergenic: No
Irritation: None
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photos (l-r, t-b) : Dave Seibert, Dave Seibert