5 Seeds Prosopis velutina Velvet Mesquite Drought Tolerant Tree

Prosopis velutina, commonly known as Velvet Mesquite, is a hardy desert tree native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is valued for its feathery foliage, twisted growth habit, and ability to thrive in arid conditions, making it a striking and resilient addition to dry landscapes.
Velvet Mesquite offers ornamental shade and texture, with fine bipinnate leaves and fragrant spring blooms that develop into long seed pods. It works well as a specimen or shade tree in xeriscapes and drought-conscious gardens.
Species: Prosopis velutina
Type: Deciduous tree
Plant_Habit: Upright spreading canopy
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, sandy or rocky
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 9-11
Germination: Scarify seed and soak before sowing
Sowing: Surface sow and lightly cover
Spacing: 20-30 feet apart
Notes: Drought tolerant once established