Trees for Tucson/Sunset Zone 12

Some native, some not. Xeriscape trees (and a few oasis zone ones) and shrubs that can be trained into trees. Disclaimer: The information provided here was gathered from research literature published by other organizations.

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Patio Trees

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Acacia jennerae. Coonavittra Wattle. Non-native, evergreen tree. Upright, thornless tree. Striking red branches. Slightly weeping form. Similar characteristics to A. salicina. Yellow ball-shaped flowers in winter. Accent/patio tree. Hardy to 15 degrees F. Full sun. Moderate grower.

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Acacia erioloba. Camel Thorn. Non-native, cold-deciduous shrub/small tree. Large shade tree. Will need room as it matures. Seedpods provide wildlife forage. Evergreen in native environment. Hardy to 18 degrees F. Full sun. Slow grower.

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Acacia berlandieri. Guajillo. Chihuahuan native, semi-evergreen tree. Train into a tree. Fern-like leaves. Graceful branches. Essentially thornless. Moderate litter. Good alternative to Lysiloma where cold hardiness is an issue. Hardy to 15 degrees F. Full sun/partial shade. Moderate grower.

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Acacia aneura. Mulga. Non-native, evergreen tree. Grey/green foliage. Low maintenance. Can train as large shrub/screen. Full sun/part shade. Slow/moderate grower.

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Acacia estrophiolata. Ironwood (non-native). Non-native, evergreen tree. Graceful, weeping habit. Pale green foliage. Pale yellow ball-shaped flowers. Needs well-drained soil. Hardy to 15 degrees F. Full sun. Slow grower.

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Acacia notabilis. Notable Wattle. Non-native, semi-evergreen shrub/small tree. Thornless small shrubby tree - prune to tree shape. Dense leaf canopy. Vibrant flowers in winter. Hardy to 18 degrees F. Full sun. Fast grower.

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Acacia brachybotrya. Grey Mulga. Non-native, evergreen tree. Xeric. Shrubby. Train to small tree. Thornless. Spring ball flowers. Hardy to 18 degrees F. Full sun. Moderate grower.

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Acacia caven. Espino Caven. Non-native, semi-evergreen tree. Can be used as an uncommon substitute for A. Smallii, as it is similar. Also similar to native mesquite. Thorns. Very common in parts of South America. Shrub or tree. Fragrant fruit and ball-shaped flowers. Hardy to 15 degrees F. Full sun. Fast/Moderate grower.

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Acacia constricta. Whitethorn Acacia. Native, deciduous shrub/small tree. Shrub, prune to tree. Bright white thorns add visual interest. Yellow-orange, ball-shaped flowers. Found from sea level to 1800 feet. Used to replant disturbed areas. Can provide security hedge if planted closely. Hardy to 0 degrees F. Full sun. Moderate grower.

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Garden Shrubs

Acacia coriacea. Desert Oak. Non-native, evergreen shrub/small tree. Thornless. Grows in sandy soils. Tough, finely-hairy leaves. Weeping shape. Cream-colored, ball-shaped flowers. Hardy to 20 degrees F. Full sun. Moderate grower.

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Acacia gerrardii. Grey-haired Acacia. Non-native, cold-deciduous tree. White thorns, especially when young. Can be used as an uncommon substitute for A. Smallii, as it is similar, with slightly larger leaves. White flowers. Papery bark. Hardy to 18 degrees F. Full sun. Moderate grower.

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Acacia papyrocarpa. Western Myall. Non-native, evergreen shrub/small tree. Must prune to tree shape. Long-lived. Downward drooping foliage - can potentially look homely when young. Rough bark. Trunks occasionally twist similar to Juniper. Yellow ball-shaped flowers in spring. Adapted to hot, arid regions. Hardy to 18 degrees F. Full sun. Slow grower.

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Acacia/Vachellia farnesiana/smallii. Sweet acacia. Native, semi-evergreen tree. Popular. Classification in dispute - may be called A. farnesiana or A. minuta. Good shade tree. Yellow fragrant blossoms. Full sun/part shade. Fast/moderate grower.

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Acacia karroo. Sweet Thorn. Non-native, evergreen tree. Widespread in Africa. Thorns. Bright yellow ball-shaped flowers. Lots of pollen - attracts birds, bees. Hardy to 18 degrees F. Full sun. Fast/Moderate grower.

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Acacia nebrownii. Water Acacia. Non-native, semi-evergreen shrub/small tree. Thorny Shrub. Prune to small tree. Reddish bark. Yellow ball-shaped flowers. Attracts birds. Hardy to 18 degrees F. Full sun. Moderate grower.