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Forestiera neomexicana - Desert Olive

Market price from $55.99 to $87.99

Forestiera neomexicana is your go-to heartthrob for a dreamy, durable, and dynamic addition to your landscape. Popularly recognized as Desert Olive, this vibrant deciduous shrub can rise proudly up to 10-15 feet, becoming a striking focal point in your garden. With spring comes an eruption of vivid greenish-yellow flowers that mature into sumptuous blue-black berries, a magnet for local wildlife and a spectacle for the beholder. Its glossy green leaves sing of life in arid conditions, something many plants cannot claim. When autumn arrives, they strum a different tune, gleaming in shades of brilliant yellow. Capable of thriving with low water usage and versatile in the face of full sun or partial shade, this Southwestern sweetheart is a true survivor. Its resilience extends to easily tolerating poor soils and robust winds, happily serving as a low-maintenance hero in your garden. Desert Olive not only draws wildlife but handsomely screens your privacy, serves as a boundary hedge, and enhances xeriscaping efforts. The Desert Olive seamlessly weaves rustic charm, adaptability, and tasteful allure all through the year, striking a balance between functionality and sophistication just for you!

  • Size: Up to 10-15 feet tall
  • Flowers: Greenish-yellow in spring
  • Foliage: Glossy, green leaves
  • Water usage: Low
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Wildlife Friendly: Produces berries, attracts various wildlife
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