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#1 TREE SERVICE
ISA Certified Arborists
Serving San Diego Since 1983
Chilean Mesquite Tree
Drought-Tolerant Tree Guide
The Chilean Mesquite (Prosopis chilensis) hybrid is a naturally fast-growing plant that spreads quickly. These are very durable trees that will quickly cover a lot of space and should be at the top of the list of trees to consider when converting to a water-wise landscape.
Click here to see our full list of drought-tolerant and drought-resistant trees perfect for your North County San Diego landscape.
Water Needs
Low (once established)
Height
30-50 feet
Flowers
Spring | Yellow, catkin-like blooms
Exposure
Full sun
Canopy Width
30-50 feet
Fruit
Summer | Seed pods
Root Behavior
Aggressive invasive roots
Growth Rate
Fast
Pest & Disease
Generally low issues
Need help with your Chilean Mesquite tree? We’re here to help.
Serving North County San Diego Since 1983
We work throughout North County, with experience with mature residential trees, HOA landscapes, and properties near structures, enabling us to provide pruning that improves safety while preserving the tree’s natural form.
ISA Certified Arborists
Paul Rider #WE-1087A & Luke Rider #WE-13812A
Serving Coastal & Inland North County San Diego Since 1983
We work throughout North County, including Encinitas, Carlsbad, Vista, San Marcos, Escondido, Poway, Rancho Penasquitos, and Rancho Bernardo. Our experience with mature residential trees, HOA landscapes, and properties near structures enables us to provide pruning that improves safety while preserving the tree’s natural form.
ISA Certified Arborists
Paul Rider #WE-1087A
Luke Rider #WE-13812A







