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Acacia greggii

Catclaw Acacia, Devil's Claw

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Description

This deciduous shrub or small tree grows at a slow to moderate rate to 10' x 15'. Twigs and branches are armed with cat-claw-like curved spines. Creamy yellow rod-shaped flowers appear in spring. They have a pleasant fragrance. Great as a barrier plant. Accepts full or reflected sun. Requires little care.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers, Silhouette

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Background

Special Uses

Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Replace damaged nozzles or heads with those identical to other heads on the same valve.

Mixing different types of heads on the same valve will create overly dry areas or overly wet areas.