This thorny, deciduous small tree or large shrub is native to the Southwest. It produces fuzzy yellow 2-inch long flower spikes from April to June, followed by fascinating coiled seed pods. Screwbean mesquite has a shrubby, multi-trunked form, and will require careful pruning to develop a walk-under canopy. The shaggy bark is a wonderful feature on older trees. It grows best in deep, well-drained soil and full sun exposures. It will accept ample water but is considered very drought tolerant. This plant is very tough and carefree, although mistletoe and scale infestations are possible.
Prosopis pubescens (Screwbean Mesquite)
Prosopis pubescens
Screwbean Mesquite, American Screwbean, Tornillo, Screwbean, Screwpod Mesquite, Twisted Bean, Fremont Screwbean, Strombocarpa odorata
This thorny, deciduous small tree or large shrub is native to the Southwest. It produces fuzzy yellow 2-inch long flower spikes from April to June, followed by fascinating coiled seed pods. Screwbean mesquite has a shrubby, multi-trunked form, and will require careful pruning to develop a walk-under canopy. The shaggy bark is a wonderful feature on older trees. It grows best in deep, well-drained soil and full sun exposures. It will accept ample water but is considered very drought tolerant. This plant is very tough and carefree, although mistletoe and scale infestations are possible.
| Plant Type | Native, Shrub, Tree |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 7 (0° F) |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Flower Season | Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Height | 8' - 30' (ft) |
| Spread | 8' - 30' (ft) |
| Spacing | 15' (ft) |
| Characteristics | Fruit & Berries, Showy |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Wildlife |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Dried Arrangements |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Image by: Wiki Commons
Image by: Wiki Commons
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