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Saltcedar

Tamarix ramosissima, Tamaricaceae

Zones
3–9
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

WindbreakDynamic Accumulator

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 9

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Russian Desert-thornLycium ruthenicum
Wind ProtectionNutrient Accumulation
Bracted False TamariskMyricaria bracteata
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Chaparral BroomBaccharis pilularis subsp. consanguinea

Saltcedar releases allelopathic compounds and monopolizes water resources, severely inhibiting native shrubs like chaparral broom

Uses

Functions

Salt ToleranceWindbreakErosion ControlPioneer Species

Medicinal Uses

Astringent Bark

Common Questions

What zones does Saltcedar grow in?

Saltcedar grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Saltcedar?

Good companions for Saltcedar include Russian Desert-thorn, Bracted False Tamarisk.

Design guilds with Saltcedar and see companion relationships visually.

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