Overview
Tamarix tetrandra is a bushy, spreading branched, pendulous weeping deciduous tree in the genus Tamarix, part of the Tamaricaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Tamarix tetrandra grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include garden specimen and coastal planting. It is native to Afghanistan, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, Iran, Krym, Lebanon-Syria, North Caucasus, NW. Balkan Pen., Transcaucasus, Türkiye and Türkiye-in-Europe.
About
Tamarix tetrandra is a species of flowering plant in the family Tamaricaceae, native to south eastern Europe, Turkey, Bulgaria and Crimea. Growing to 3 m (10 ft) tall and broad, it is a small deciduous tree with almost black arching branches, and tiny scale-like leaves arranged along the branches.
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About the genus
The genus Tamarix is composed of about 50–60 species of flowering plants in the family Tamaricaceae, native to drier areas of Eurasia and Africa. The generic name originated in Latin and may refer to the Tamaris River in Hispania Tarraconensis (Spain).
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Tamarix
- Sunlight
- full sun
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- dry to medium
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Tamarix tetrandra size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- deciduous tree
- Habit
- Bushy, Spreading branched, Pendulous weeping
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- garden specimen, coastal planting
- Native to
- Afghanistan, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, Iran, Krym, Lebanon-Syria, North Caucasus, NW. Balkan Pen., Transcaucasus, Türkiye, Türkiye-in-Europe
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Tamarix tetrandra
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil in full sun; drought tolerant once established
- Pruning
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood
- Propagation
- propagated by semi-ripe cuttings in summer
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Tamarix tetrandra?
Prefers well-drained soil in full sun; drought tolerant once established.
Where is the best place to plant Tamarix tetrandra?
Tamarix tetrandra prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Tamarix tetrandra need?
Tamarix tetrandra grows best in well-drained soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays dry to medium.
How do I prune Tamarix tetrandra?
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
Is Tamarix tetrandra hardy in the UK?
Tamarix tetrandra has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Tamarix tetrandra?
Propagated by semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
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