Fremont's Dalea (Psorothamnus Fremontii) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with easy 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.

Psorothamnus fremontii is a perennial shrub native to the deserts of the Southwestern United States and northwest Mexico, characterized by grayish to whitish stems and spine-tipped branches.

Fremont's Dalea

Fremont's Dalea

Psorothamnus Fremontii

Psorothamnus fremontii is a perennial shrub native to the deserts of the Southwestern United States and northwest Mexico, characterized by grayish to whitish stems and spine-tipped branches.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, gravelly, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, pollinator attractor, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Fremont's Dalea

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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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Fremont's Dalea
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Psorothamnus