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Leucaena retusa

Golden Ball Lead Tree

Plant photo of: Leucaena retusa
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.

 

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

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Japanese, Mediterranean, Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Parking Strip, Patio

Special Uses

Screen

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.

Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.