Larrea tridentata - Creosote Bush (Plant)

Extremely drought-tolerant due to its deep root system. Reproduces clonally and is considered one of the longest living organisms. Beautiful open shrub. Attractive and fragrant. Plant Characteristics Family Name Zygophyllaceae Species Name Larrea tridentata Common Name Creosote Bush Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast-Sun, Inland-Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color Yellow, Gold Flowering Months April, May Evergreen/Deciduous Evergreen Height by Width 10ft. x 10ft. Growth Rate Moderate Endangered Not Ranked Growth Habit Rounded, Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution Eastern Sierra Nevada, Deserts; to SW UT, TX, c Mexico Natural Habitat Desert scrub; below 3,300' Specialty Features Pollinators Songbirds Aromatic Deer Resistant