Acacia 2325 Dartmouth Street, between driveway and fence Black acacias grow fast, up to 40 feet, with a 20 foot root spread. Roots, litter and brittle branches are a problem in confined spaces. Cream-colored flowers grow in clusters. The U.S. imports more than 11,000 tons of acacia sap annual, most of which is used in food. The name comes from fringe-like white petals on the flowers that grow in big lacy clusters during June and July.
Broad leaves turn deep yellow in fall.
This species grows to about 20 feet. Calocedrus decurrens - Incense Cedar 2100 Amherst, at corner of house Native to the Sierras, this tree is sometimes confused with the redwood because of its reddish brown bark. Initially slow growing, it can take shade or full sun and will reach 75 - 90 feet. This species grows in a variety of shapes from upright to weeping and open to dense. Redish-pink flowers form showy clusters from autumn to late spring.