Tamarix parviflora

Small-flowered Tamarisk

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Drought-tolerant deciduous shrub with feathery grey-green foliage and pink flower spikes in late spring. Native to arid regions of Southwest Asia, thrives in saline soils.
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Plant Details

Common Name Small-flowered Tamarisk
Family Tamaricaceae
Genus Tamarix
Species Parviflora
Origin Southwest Asia
Blooming Pink flower spikes in late spring/early summer
Leaf Color Grey-green to blue-green foliage
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy or saline soil; highly tolerant of poor quality and alkaline substrates.

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Watering

Low water requirements once established; tolerates drought and salt spray effectively.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth and flowering; shade reduces vigor.

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Fertilization

Minimal fertilization needed; apply compost in early spring if soil is extremely poor.

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape; remove dead wood regularly during dormancy.

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 10 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 113°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
10% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
10000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 5000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
5% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 3000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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