Forestiera neomexicana
| Scientific Name | Forestiera neomexicana |
| Common Name | New Mexico Privet (Desert Olive) |
| Family | Oleaceae |
| Habit | A spiny branching deciduous shrub that develops great character with age. It can be grown in a dense hedge, or pruned to form a twisting, multi-stemmed small tree. |
| Growth Form | White bark and glowing bright yellow fall colors. Female plants produce considerable quantities of blue-black berries that are eaten by birds. |
| Mature Size | Height: 12-18′ Width: 12′ |
| Flowers | Yellow-white flowers appearing before leaves. Bloom Time: Early to late spring |
| Hardiness | Zones 4-9 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun; Morning Sun & Afternoon shade. |
| Water Requirements | Drought Resistant / Waterwise. Although drought tolerant, regular watering will help the plant to thrive and fill out quickly. |
| Soil Requirements | Sandy Soil, Clay Soil, Average Soil |
| Other Info | Low maintenance, low water, high beauty factor. Common uses are in shrub borders, native plantings, hedges, xeriscapes, and as an accent. |
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