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Tamarisk
Tamarix
Description:
Masses of deep pink flowers create an ostrich plume effect in summer on this
hardy shrub. Foliage is soft and feathery. Cut back almost to the ground
each winter to improve its flowering display and growth habit. Ideal for
creating a colorful splash in any sunny border! |
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| Common Name: |
Tamarisk, Salt Cedar |
| Botanical
Name: |
Tamarix |
| Type: |
Deciduous Shrub |
| Soil
Preference: |
Tolerates drought, salt and
dry soils very well. Prefers well-drained soil with a pH of acidic to
slightly alkaline. |
| Light
Requirements: |
Full Sun |
| Attributes: |
Deer resistant, rabbit
resistant |
| Pests: |
n/a |
| Diseases: |
Canker, mildew, root rot |
| Care: |
Likes to be cut to the ground each and every
winter to keep the plant small and improve it's flowering display. Fertilize with Holly-tone as recommended. Planting Instructions: Trees & Shrubs
Water & Fertilizer Schedule |
Varieties: |
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Tamarix ramosissima 'Pink Cascade'
Pink Cascade Tamarisk, Salt Cedar
zones 2-8 |
| Description:
Gorgeous masses of deep pink, ostrich-type plumes bloom early summer into
fall. Very hardy. |
| Bloom Color: |
Pink |
| Bloom Time: |
Summer |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
10-15' (can grow to 20') |
| Spread: |
8-10' (can grow to
20') |
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Tamarix ramosissima 'Summer Glow'
Summer Glow Tamarisk, Salt Cedar
zones 2-8
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| Description:
Feathery, silvery-blue foliage with rosy flower spikes all summer long.
One of the hardiest varieties. |
| Bloom Color: |
Rosy pink |
| Bloom Time: |
Summer |
| Foliage Color: |
Silvery Blue |
| Height: |
8-10' (can grow to 20') |
| Spread: |
6-8' (can grow to
20') |
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