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New Mexico Privet

Forestiera Neomexicana

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Overview

The Forestiera neomexicana, or New Mexico Privet, stands as a deciduous shrub, reaching a mature height of 5 to 15 ft. This multi-stemmed, native plant thrives in USDA zones 4-8 with minimal water. Its slender branches feature gray-green leaves, while yellow-green flowers blossom in early spring, attracting pollinators. Berries follow, enticing birds. It's excellent for screens or natural landscaping due to its dense, rounded growth habit.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 4–9Type Shrub, Tree
New Mexico Privet (Forestiera Neomexicana) — Its slender branches feature gray-green leaves

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Oleaceae

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Forestiera Neomexicana

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