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Feather Bush
Lysiloma watsonii
A lush native tree with feathery, fern-like foliage that gives a tropical feel to Sonoran Desert gardens.
Features
Lush feathery foliageCream puffball flowersTropical appearanceNative Sonoran tree
Best Uses
Patio shadeLush desert gardenNaturalized landscape
Quick Stats
Water NeedsLow
Sun Exposurefull sun
Mature Size15 ft H × 15 ft W
Growth Ratemoderate
Maintenancehigh
HardinessUSDA 9-11
Bloom SeasonLate Spring
Bloom ColorCream
Litter Levelhigh
ThornsNone
Native RegionArizona, Sonora, Mexico
Design Styles
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Data from 2024 AMWUA “Landscape Plants for the Arizona Desert” guide.