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Plant Care
Smallflower tamarisk
(Tamarix parviflora)
Also Known As
Smallflower tamarisk, Small flower tamarisk, Dwarf tamarisk, Tamarisk
About This Plant
Tamarix parviflora is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 12 feet (3.7 m) tall and 10 feet (3.0 m) wide. It has thin, green leaves and pink to white flowers that bloom in the summer.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
Up to 12 feet (3.7 m) tall and 10 feet (3.0 m) wide
Light Requirements
Tamarix parviflora prefers full sun but can tolerate some shade.
Humidity Needs
It can tolerate low humidity.
Fertilizing Schedule
It does not require much fertilizer, but can benefit from a slow-release fertilizer in the spring.
Pruning Guidelines
Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches.
Common Pests and Diseases
Tamarix parviflora is relatively pest-free but can be susceptible to spider mites and scale insects.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor growth
Watering Schedule
It is drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional deep watering.
Temperature Range
It can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, from hot summers to cold winters.
Growing Season
Late spring to early fall
Growing Difficulty Level
Tamarix parviflora is easy to grow and low maintenance.
USDA Hardiness Zones
USDA hardiness zones 5 to 9
Did You Know?
Tamarix parviflora is native to the Mediterranean region and is sometimes called the 'salt cedar' because it can tolerate salty soil and water conditions.
