Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Tamaricaceae

Genus:

Tamarix

Species:

Tamarix aphylla

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Tree

Height:

More than 40 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

pink, white

Native Range

United States: Arizona, California, Nevada, Puerto Rico, Texas, Utah

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.5 - 8.5 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

tolerant of saline soils