| Botanical Name: Olneya tesota | |
| Common Name: Desert Ironwood |
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
Lavender
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
Grey
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Information by: Kathleen Moore
Photographer: Mountain States Nursery
Photographer: Mountain States Nursery
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Description
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Notes
Evergreen tree grows slowly to 25' x 25'. It has attractive gray bark and the stems are armed with thorns. In late spring there are masses of dusty lavender pea-like flowers. This handsome tree lends character to the landscape. Native to the Sonoran Desert.