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Plants We Love: Ironwood tree (Olneya tesota)
Submitted by mgodfrey on January 11, 2010 – 12:01 amNo Comment
Plant name: Ironwood tree
Botanical name: Olneya tesota
Height: 20-30 ft. (6-9 m)
Spacing: 20-30 ft. (6-9 m)
Hardiness: USDA Zone 8 to 10
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Danger: Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color: Pink
Bloom Time: Late Spring/Early Summer
Foliage: Evergreen
Other details: Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Soil pH requirements:
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
7.9 to 8.5 (alkaline)
Propagation Methods:
Scarify seed before sowing
Seed Collecting:
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Information courtesy of Dave’s Garden
