Graythorn is native across a wide range of the Southwest, occurring from California east to Oklahoma and Texas, and south into Mexico. This durable landscape shrub grows slowly, forming a densely branched haven for birds and wildlife. The rigid branches are waxy, gray-green and tipped with spines. The flowers are insignificant, but blue-black berries produced in the summer provide some interest, as well as food for wildlife. Plant in full sun and well drained soils, Graythorn can handle reflected heat as well.
Ziziphus obtusifolia (Graythorn)
Ziziphus obtusifolia
Lotebush, Lotebrush, Lote, Gumdrop Tree, Texas buckthorn, Bluebush, Graythorn, Greythorn, Whitethorn, Chaparral, Chaparro Prieto, Abrojo, Clepe
Graythorn is native across a wide range of the Southwest, occurring from California east to Oklahoma and Texas, and south into Mexico. This durable landscape shrub grows slowly, forming a densely branched haven for birds and wildlife. The rigid branches are waxy, gray-green and tipped with spines. The flowers are insignificant, but blue-black berries produced in the summer provide some interest, as well as food for wildlife. Plant in full sun and well drained soils, Graythorn can handle reflected heat as well.
| Plant Type | Native, Perennial, Shrub |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 8 (10° F) |
| Flower Color | White |
| Flower Season | Spring, Summer |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Height | 6 (ft) |
| Spread | 8 (ft) |
| Characteristics | Fruit & Berries |
| Attracts | Birds, Wildlife |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Banks and Slopes |
| Tolerance | Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Image by: Wiki Commons
Image by: Wiki Commons
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