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Olneya tesota

Desert Ironwood

This hardy native tree is ideal for Arizona landscape. It provides shade, supports local wildlife and features beautiful lavender-pink blooms in late spring. With deep roots and slow growth, it's well suited for low water, low maintenance gardens.

  • Very dense wood
  • Wide spreading, rounded crown
  • Purple, pea-shaped flowers
  • Height: 15-35 ft
  • Spread: 15-35 ft
  • Category: Trees
  • Color: Green