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Catclaw Acacia

Acacia Greggii

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Overview

Catclaw Acacia (Acacia greggii) is a drought-resistant shrub, thriving in zones 7-11. Its angular branches span 15-25 ft, adorned with sharp, claw-like thorns. Feather-like leaves complement yellow spring blossoms, attracting pollinators. This hardy native requires minimal water once established, making it an excellent low-maintenance choice for xeriscape designs. Prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Be mindful of thorns when placing near pedestrian areas.

Sun FullWater LowZones 6–10Type Shrub, TreeClimate Arid
Catclaw Acacia (Acacia Greggii) — fissured bark contrasting with the vibrant green

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Arid

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Catclaw Acacia (Acacia Greggii) — shrub / tree with multi-colored and yellow blooms; come spring and occasionally after summer rains, it adorns itself with
Catclaw Acacia (Acacia Greggii) — Feather-like leaves complement yellow spring blossoms, attracting pollinators; enhancing the biodiversity of the
Catclaw Acacia (Acacia Greggii) — These blossoms not only add a visual treat but also attract an array of pollinators
Catclaw Acacia (Acacia Greggii) — Its deep root system enables it to withstand long periods of drought; fissured bark contrasting with the vibrant green
Catclaw Acacia (Acacia Greggii) — Come spring and occasionally after summer rains, it adorns itself with fragrant yellow puffball flowers; making it an
Catclaw Acacia (Acacia Greggii) — Catclaw Acacia (Acacia greggii) is a drought-resistant shrub, thriving in zones 7-11
Catclaw Acacia (Acacia Greggii) — multi-colored and yellow flowers in the garden; a hardy native of the southwestern United States and parts of Mexico
Catclaw Acacia (Acacia Greggii) — Feather-like leaves complement yellow spring blossoms, attracting pollinators; enhancing the biodiversity of the, image 55
Catclaw Acacia (Acacia Greggii) — Catclaw Acacia (Acacia greggii) is a drought-resistant shrub, thriving in zones 7-11; this hardy native requires, image 53
Catclaw Acacia (Acacia Greggii) — shrub / tree with multi-colored and yellow blooms
Catclaw Acacia (Acacia Greggii) — a hardy native of the southwestern United States and parts of Mexico
Catclaw Acacia (Acacia Greggii) — Its angular branches span 15-25 ft, adorned with sharp, claw-like thorns; drought-tolerant landscape feature, image 54
Catclaw Acacia (Acacia Greggii) — Prefers full sun and well-drained soils; open canopy to garden designs, image 58
Catclaw Acacia (Acacia Greggii) — drought-tolerant landscape feature
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