Feather Bush, Fern-Of-The-Desert
Lysiloma Watsonii
Overview
Feather Bush (Lysiloma watsonii), also called Fern-of-the-Desert, is an attractive, semi-deciduous tree featuring delicate, fern-like foliage. It grows to a height of 15-25 feet with a spread of 15-20 feet, providing light, dappled shade. Showy, creamy-white flower clusters bloom in late spring to early summer. Hardy and drought-tolerant, it thrives in USDA Zones 9-11, requiring well-drained soils and full to partial sun exposure.
Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 9–10Type ShrubClimate Arid
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Low, Medium
- USDA zones
- 9–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Shrub
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Climate
- Arid
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