Common Caragana

Caragana arborescens

An ideal shelterbelt or hedging plant for dry conditions. Bright yellow flowers in May. This plant fixes nitrogen so can adapt to a variety of soils. Drought and salt tolerant.

Height: 10-15′ (3 – 4.6 m)

Spread: 6-8′ (1.8 – 2.4 m)

Light Needs: Full Sun to Part Shade

Hardiness Zone: 2

Foliage Colour: Green

Fall Foliage: Yellow

Growth Habit: Upright, Spreading

Flower Colour: Yellow

Blooms: Spring (May)

Key Features: Hardy, Spring Blooms, Fine Foliage Texture

Landscape Uses: Hedging/Screening, Windbreaks/Shelterbelts