Huisache
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407 South Pipeline Road East
Euless TX 76040
United States
+12148140932
Also known as Huisache, Texas Huisache, Sweet Acacia, Perfume Acacia, Mealy Acacia, Mealy Wattle, Cassie
The Huisache is a charming multi-trunked tree or shrub that can reach heights of 15 to 20 feet. Its spiny branchlets are adorned with delicate, light green ferny leaves, each measuring less than 1/4 inch long. In the spring, it's filled with small, fragrant orange-yellow flowers that gather in lovely globose clusters, each showcasing many prominent stamens. The fruit, a striking reddish-brown to black woody pod, is rounded and tapers at both ends, typically ranging from 1 1/2 to 3 inches long.
This lovely tree is widely planted for its use in southern European perfumes and its name comes from the Nahuatl language, meaning "many thorns." While it can create beautiful dense thickets from suckers, its small flowers bloom so early that they can sometimes be affected by frost in northern regions. However, it's important to watch for Acacia beetles, which may girdle limbs up to 3 inches across. The Huisache is also alkaline tolerant and casts a gentle, filtered light, making it a wonderful addition to gardens! Just remember to plant it thoughtfully, as it features sharp, needle-like thorns on its trunk and branches.
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Height: 15’-20’
Spread: 15’-20’
Bloom: August-September
Light: Full Sun
Water: Low
Zone: 8. 9. 10, 11
Origin: Texas, Southwestern United States
Spring Shipping:
Orders are shipped within 7-10 business days. We will email you if there are expected delays.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
