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Mexican Ebony

Havardia mexicana

Mexican Ebony

A handsome shade tree with dark, dense foliage and soft cream puffball blooms in spring.

Features

Dark dense canopyCream puffball bloomsAttractive barkSemi-evergreen

Best Uses

Shade treeSpecimen treeLarge landscape

Quick Stats

Water NeedsLow
Sun Exposurefull sun
Mature Size30 ft H × 20 ft W
Growth Ratemoderate
Maintenancemoderate
HardinessUSDA 9-11
Bloom SeasonSpring
Bloom ColorCream
Litter Levelseasonal
Thornssmall
Native RegionBaja California, Sonora, Mexico

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Data from 2024 AMWUA “Landscape Plants for the Arizona Desert” guide.