[Arid_gardener] Re: Shoestring Acacia Size

[Olin Miller]

In our desert it is typically a fast grower to 25' +- 5' tall and 15'+-5'
wide but can be smaller or larger depending on soil type, soil condition and
amount of irrigation. Attractive tree IMO.

Olin Miller, Master Gardener Volunteer
U of A Cooperative Extension, Maricopa County AZ
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----- Original Message ----- From: <Postral at aol.com>
Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 9:11 PM
> Carol,  85253
> I want to plant an Acacia stenophylla (shoestring), but am limited as to
> the eventual height of the tree. Information I have gives me a huge range
> of 15 to 40 feet. The planting site is well drained, very dry, and gets
> full sun. What height can I realistically expect? Thank you