Desert olive – Forestiera pubescens(neomexicana)

 

Tree Type: Evergreen
Height at Maturity: 12 feet
Spread at Maturity: 12 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
Water Needs: Medium
Shade Type: Ornamental

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Comments: The beautiful whitish bark accentuates the bright yellow fall foliage. Female plants produce considerable quantities of blue-black berries that are eaten by birds.