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Senegalia greggii (Catclaw Acacia) is a long-lived, deciduous, spreading shrub or small tree heavily armed with stout, curved spines, like a cat’s claws, along its branches. Blooming from mid-spring to mid-fall, a profusion of scented, fluffy, creamy-white flowers borne in 2 in. clusters (5 cm), create a lovely floral display. They attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Catclaw Acacia is considered an important honey plant. The flowers are followed by straight to twisted pods, 4 in. long (10 cm), constricted between the seeds. They often persist throughout the winter and are valued by birds and wildlife. The foliage is finely divided with twice-pinnately compound, green to gray-green leaves, 1-2 in. long (2-5 cm). Highly adapted to harsh desert conditions, Catclaw Acacia can be used as a large screen, background, desert accent, barrier, or a small multiple-trunk desert tree if trained and irrigated. Also, a great shrub to provide shelter, protection, and shade to a diversity of desert mammals and birds. Beware of the sharp, claw-like thorns – Keep this plant away from traffic.
Hardiness |
9 - 10 |
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Climate Zones | 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
Plant Family | Leguminosae |
Genus | Acacia |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
Height |
10' - 15' (3m - 4.6m) |
Spread |
15' - 20' (4.6m - 6.1m) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Native Plants | Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Rocky Mountains, Southwest, Texas, United States, Utah |
Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Hedges And Screens |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
Hardiness |
9 - 10 |
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Climate Zones | 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
Plant Family | Leguminosae |
Genus | Acacia |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
Height |
10' - 15' (3m - 4.6m) |
Spread |
15' - 20' (4.6m - 6.1m) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Native Plants | Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Rocky Mountains, Southwest, Texas, United States, Utah |
Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Hedges And Screens |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
How many Senegalia greggii (Catclaw Acacia) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Senegalia greggii (Catclaw Acacia) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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