Texas Ebony
Ebenopsis ebano
Dense evergreen tree — excellent for privacy from two-story neighbors.
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Schedule: Deep, infrequent — typically every 10–21 days mature, more often in summer establishment.
Emitters: Multiple large emitters or bubblers placed out at the drip line, not at the trunk.
Encourages deep roots and long-term tree stability. AE designs irrigation to expand as the tree matures.
Arizona yards have very different microclimates. West-facing walls, glass, artificial turf, pavers, travertine, porcelain, and pool decking all increase reflected heat. AE considers these before confirming placement.
- Mind clearance from pool deck
- Mind clearance from walls
AE verifies pool deck, paver, foundation, wall, and utility clearances before final planting.
Quick Facts
- Plant type
- Tree
- Mature size
- 20–30 ft tall, 15–20 ft wide
- Sun
- Full sun
- Water use
- Low
- Evergreen / Deciduous
- Evergreen
- Thorns / spines
- Sharp
- Litter level
- Low
- Pool area
- Use with care
- Pet/kid placement
- Use with care
- Maintenance
- Low
- Privacy value
- High
- Shade value
- High
- Native
- Desert-adapted
About Texas Ebony
A go-to AE choice when homeowners need year-round screening with a clean look.
Best uses: Privacy, evergreen shade, two-story screening
AE Designer Opinion
Design Uses
- Privacy screen
- Backyard
- Side yard
Care & Maintenance
- Low water once established
- Shape lightly
- Keep away from narrow walkways
Pairs Well With
- Texas Sage
- Green Hopseed
- Dwarf Myrtle
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