Desert Ironwood (Olneya Tesota) is a perennial tree in the Fabaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Olneya tesota is a perennial, evergreen tree known as desert ironwood, native to the Sonoran Desert.

Desert Ironwood

Desert Ironwood

Olneya Tesota

Olneya tesota is a perennial, evergreen tree known as desert ironwood, native to the Sonoran Desert.

Quick Facts

Type
tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, gravelly, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, shade tree, nitrogen fixer, wildlife habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Desert Ironwood

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Olneya