Part of the Tamaricaceae family, tamarisks are also known as salt cedars, owing to their ability to grow in saline conditions. In exposed places they make good windbreaks.
Tamarix ramosissima is native to eastern Europe and temperate Asia, though it has been introduced to parts of the United States. It's a deciduous shrub or small tree with glaucous feathery foliage and plumes of bright pink flowers. Tamarix ramosissima 'Pink Cascade' has darker pink flowers.
For best results, grow Tamarix ramosissima 'Pink Cascade' in full sun, in well-drained soil. Avoid planting in shallow chalky soils. Let them develop into a small tree, or prune the old flowered stems right out each year, in late winter or early spring, to restrict their size.
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Tamarix ‘Pink cascade’ and wildlife
Tamarix ‘Pink cascade’ is known for attracting bees and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Tamarix ‘Pink cascade’ poisonous?
Tamarix ‘Pink cascade’ has no toxic effects reported.
