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Vauquelinia corymbosa heterodon

Nuevo Leon Rosewood or Narrowleaf R

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Nuevo Leon Rosewood is a versatile large shrub or small tree that grows to 25' x 25'. Leaves are long and narrow, with a dark green color. Creamy-white flowers appear in the summer. Can be trained as a multi-trunk tree, windbreak, hedge, or left to grow as a large, informal shrub. Tolerant of most well-drained soils. Accepts full sun and is drought tolerant. Native to southwest Texas and northern Mexico.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers, Silhouette

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Patio, Park, Street Tree, Swimming Pool, With Rocks

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Wind Break, Shade Tree

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.