Native-Velvet Mesquite
NATIVE/VELVET MESQUITE
Prosopis velutina(=juliflora)

The Velvet Mesquite is used as a shade tree and for firewood. The leaves are used as fodder for livestock and the pods and seeds are of high nutritive value and are ground to make an animal feed. The flowers attract many species of birds, butterflies, and bees. The seed pods attract many animals such as squirrels and rabbits.

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GARDENING BASICS
Type: Trees
Hardiness: 0˚F
Water: Low
Sun Exposure:
GROWTH
Growth Rate: Moderate
Average Size: 30’ H × 30’ W
Coverage: 530 square feet
FOLIAGE
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage Color: Blue-green
FLOWERS & FRUITS
Flower Color: Bright Yellow catkins
Flower Season:
Fruit: Brown seed pods
MORE COMMENTS
Thorns: Yes
Allergies: Moderately allergenic