Leucaena retusa - Golden Ball Lead Tree

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Leucaena retusa is better known as the Golden Ball Lead Tree, an alluring addition to any landscape owing to its distinct features. Standing up to 15 feet tall, this small, deciduous tree is part of the legume family and showcases a charming multi-branching habit. Possessing an irresistible natural allure, it showcases vibrant golden-yellow, spherical blossoms that ignite its foliage from late spring through summer, making it a magnet for a variety of butterflies and birds. Finely divided grey-green leaves bring a touch of elegance, evoking a delicate, fern-like aesthetic. Native to Texas and Mexico, the Golden Ball Lead Tree is impressively drought-resistant making it a matchless choice for water-wise landscapes and rock gardens. Thriving under full sun and requiring well-drained soil, it boasts not only beauty but resilience, making it perfect for those seeking a low-maintenance but high-impact tree.