Acacia rigidula (Blackbrush Acacia)

Acacia rigidula, commonly known as Blackbrush Acacia, is a small shrub native to the deserts of southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a highly adaptable and resilient plant with small, dark green leaves and sharp thorns. The plant is well-known for its yellow, fragrant flowers that bloom in early spring, attracting various pollinators. Blackbrush Acacia can reach a height of 3-6 feet and have a spread of 4-8 feet.