Larrea tridentata - Creosote Bush (Plant) magnet Water Requirement Moderate Soil Type

Water Requirement Moderate Soil Type Any Flower Color Pink

Berries are attractive (but not edible) turning from red to purple to black

which allows them to stay green year-round and to act as fire buffers around residences

Requires moderate to regular summer watering

Larrea tridentata - Creosote Bush (Plant) magnet Water Requirement Moderate Soil TypeExtremely 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