Description

USES

• Shade tree
• Specimen tree
• Erosion control

HARDINESS ZONES

• USDA Zones: 9–11
• Tolerates low temperature of 25–28°F
• Tolerates mild frost but thrives in warm to hot climates

ROOT SYSTEM

• Deep taproot system, highly drought-adapted
• Can spread widely in search of water
• Non-invasive compared to some species

MEASUREMENT & SIZES

• Can grow 30 to 50 ft tall and 25 to 40 ft wide
• Trunk: Swollen, bottle-like in mature specimens

WATER NEEDS

• Very drought tolerant once established
• Occasional deep watering during extended dry periods improves growth

LIGHT NEEDS

• Full sun to partial shade
• Best performance and trunk form in full sun

PRUNNING

• Minimal pruning required
• Remove dead, crossing, or low branches for clearance

GROWTH RATE

• Moderate growth rate
• Prefers well drained soils
• Can grow 1 to 2 ft per year under good conditions