A fast-growing, large deciduous tree native to the southwestern United States, valued for its broad spreading canopy and tolerance of arid riparian environments. It produces fluffy white catkins in spring and requires consistent moisture to thrive.
Overview
Form
Spreading
Growth Rate
fast
Size
40–90′ tall × 40–60′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous
Tolerances & Soil
moderate
Flood Tolerance
moderate
Zone 5bZone 10b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 5b to Zone 10b
pH Range
68
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 6 to 8
Soil Texture
Coarse, Medium, Fine
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
Spring
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Succession Role
pioneerearly successional
Native to the United States
Native Range
Southwestern United States
Native to: Arizona, California, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Texas, Utah
