Arizona Rosewood Vauquelinia californicaFlowers: J F M A M J J A S O N DStatus: NativeOrigin: Upper Sonoran Desert scrub above 2500 ft, often coexisting with Dodonaea viscosaFamily: RosaceaeSize: 15′ high x 10′ wideSun: Full to part sun, no reflected heat in PhoenixWatering: Infrequent deep irrigation during summerGrowth Rate: SlowSoil: Prefers well drainedTemperature: Challenged at temperatures above 110 F. Hardy to 10 FPruning: Prune lightly only to shapeDisease and Pests: Texas root rotUses: Host for the Two-Tailed Swallowtail.Notes: Slow growing, multi-trunked. Non-poisonous substitute for Oleander. Performs better in Tucson than Phoenix – only moderately withstands reflected summer heat. Photo by silversea_starsongResourcesPublic ASU UofA Campus ArboretumSmart Plant Tags Imagine a world where every garden, school yard, and public space becomes an immersive and educational experience. A place where nature and knowledge intertwine to create stunning interpretive trails. With a simple scan using your smartphone, you’ll unlock a whole new level of information and convenience. Products search Share this:FacebookXWhatsAppPinterestRedditPrintLike this:Like Loading...
