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Creosote Bush

Larrea Tridentata

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Overview

The Creosote Bush (Larrea tridentata) is a resilient evergreen shrub, native to arid deserts of the Southwest. It flourishes in full sun, reaching 3 to 4 feet in height and width. Its small, dark green leaves exude a distinctive rain-like fragrance post-rainfall. Yellow flowers bloom in spring and summer. This drought-tolerant plant prefers well-draining soils and minimal water once established, ideal for xeriscaping with its low maintenance requirements.

Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 7–11Type ShrubClimate Arid

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — The Creosote Bush (Larrea tridentata) is a resilient evergreen shrub, native to arid deserts of the Southwest

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — fuzzy fruit.<br><br>In terms of planting and care

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — native to the arid regions of the Southwestern United States and parts of Mexico

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — These leaves are well-adapted to the harsh desert climate, with a waxy coating that reduces water loss

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — native to the arid regions of the Southwestern United States and parts of Mexico; this evergreen shrub can grow between 3

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — the Creosote Bush is highly drought-tolerant

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — a phenomenon known as allelopathy

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Shrub
Family: Zygophyllaceae
Climate: Arid

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Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — The Creosote Bush (Larrea tridentata) is a resilient evergreen shrub, native to arid deserts of the Southwest

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — fuzzy fruit.<br><br>In terms of planting and care

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — native to the arid regions of the Southwestern United States and parts of Mexico

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — These leaves are well-adapted to the harsh desert climate, with a waxy coating that reduces water loss

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — native to the arid regions of the Southwestern United States and parts of Mexico; this evergreen shrub can grow between 3

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — the Creosote Bush is highly drought-tolerant

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — a phenomenon known as allelopathy

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — the Creosote Bush is highly drought-tolerant; fuzzy fruit.<br><br>In terms of planting and care

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — often symbolizing the resilience of the desert landscape

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — This evergreen shrub can grow between 3 to 9 feet tall and has an equally sprawling width

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — ideal for xeriscaping with its low maintenance requirements; from late spring to summer

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — particularly intense after rain; ideal for xeriscaping with its low maintenance requirements

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — fuzzy fruit.<br><br>In terms of planting and care; native to the arid regions of the Southwestern United States and parts

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — Therefore, it is advisable to space it generously among other flora within the garden design

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — shrub for full

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — It thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, mirroring its natural desert habitat

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — The Creosote Bush (Larrea tridentata) is a resilient evergreen shrub, native to arid deserts of the Southwest; yellow

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — particularly intense after rain

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — requiring minimal irrigation once established

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — resinous leaves that exude a distinctive; shrub with yellow blooms

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — Its small, dark green leaves exude a distinctive rain-like fragrance post-rainfall; requiring minimal irrigation once

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — This drought-tolerant plant prefers well-draining soils and minimal water once established

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — Regular pruning can maintain its size and shape

Creosote Bush (Larrea Tridentata) — shrub with yellow blooms

Photographs by 11 contributors

SonoranDesertNPS from Tucson, Arizona, CC BY 2.0 · source
Kognos, CC BY 4.0 · source
Dick Culbert from Gibsons, B.C., Canada, CC BY 2.0 · source
Daniel Mayer (mav), CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Homer Edward Price, CC BY 2.0 · source
Andrey Zharkikh from Salt Lake City,…, CC BY 2.0 · source
Gaston Plantas, CC BY 3.0 · source
Agnieszka Kwiecień, Nova, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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Akos Kokai, CC BY 2.0 · source

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