Chilean Mesquite Tree
A heat loving drought tolerant tree with an open airy crown.
Chilean mesquite tree. It has proved itself to be a survivor in the desert and can be found all over southwestern states. The foliage is pretty much evergreen. The chilean mesquite also called a thornless mesquite tree prosopis chilensis does very well in the southwestern united states. Its trunk appears twisted with dark coarse textured bark.
It also offers an abundance of shade with its wide canopy reach which can also be used as a privacy screen. Department of agriculture plant hardiness zones 9 through 11 the trees woo homeowners with fast growth and graceful form. It will grow to about 40 ft. Mesquites are popular choices for landscaping in southern arizona and the default choice seems to be the south american hybrid version often called chilean mesquite above left.
It is a favorite with contractors and many homeowners because it is cheap grows quickly and has no thorns. The chilean mesquite tree prosopis chilensis is a desert loving tree grown in arid climates throughout u s. Native to south america the chilean mesquite grows either singly or multi trunked reaching a mature size of 30 tall with a 40 or greater spread. An excellent specimen for a dry rock garden or waterwise landscape or adjacent to patios or pathways in need of light shade.
Department if agriculture plant hardiness zones 8 through 11. This mesquite tree has a rapid growth rate so you will not have to wait too many years to enjoy the beauty this tree can bring to your yard. Refined foliage and stems have a purple cast when young. Chilean mesquite tree a k a.
It is a thornless mesquite tree and provides lots of good shade during the hot summer months. Refined foliage and stems have a purple cast when young. It belongs to prosopis genus which comprises more than 40 species. Planted in groups the canopy filters harsh sunlight to reduce heat and glare.
Chilean mesquite prosopis chilensis heat loving drought tolerant tree having an open airy crown. Chilean mesquite tree is popular in southern arizona because of its rapid growth lower water requirement and ability to provide shade. Chilean mesquite trees love full sun exposure and once established will have little to moderate watering needs. The mesquite tree is a deciduous tree that is native to arid and semi arid regions of mexico southwestern united states south america africa india and the middle east.
A very majestic looking tree for home landscaping. Tall and 40ft wide.