Desert Ironwood (Olneya Tesota) - Growing Guide | Neighborbrite

Desert Ironwood (Olneya Tesota) - Evergreen Trees

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full sun

Hardiness zone

9-11

Min. Temperature

19°F (−7°C)

Soil type

Loam, Sandy, Well drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Alkaline

Desert Ironwood

Olneya Tesota

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full sun
Hardiness zone: 9-11
Min. Temperature: 19°F (−7°C)
Soil type: Loam, Sandy, Well drained
Soil pH: Neutral, Alkaline

Plant traits

Mature height20 ft-30 ft

Mature spread15 ft-25 ft

Plant typeEvergreen Trees

Bloom seasonSpring, Summer

Foliage typeEvergreen

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant✅Yes

Fire tolerant⚖️Moderate

Pet safe—Unknown

Deer resistant✅Yes

Pollinator-friendly—Unknown

Desert Ironwood (Olneya Tesota) - Evergreen Trees

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