How much sun does Bluewood Condalia need?

Bluewood Condalia grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Bluewood Condalia bloom?

Bluewood Condalia blooms in March, April, May, June, July, and August.

Where is Bluewood Condalia native?

Bluewood Condalia (Condalia hookeri) is native to TX, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Bluewood Condalia attract?

Bluewood Condalia draws butterflies and nectar insects.

Is Bluewood Condalia HOA-friendly?

Bluewood Condalia takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Bluewood Condalia

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Condalia hookeri

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Bluewood Condalia (Condalia hookeri) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

part sun

Water

low

Size

144"–432" H × 96"–120" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

Pollinators

butterflies, nectar insects

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Bluewood Condalia is a small native Texas tree that grows 12-36 feet tall with a dense, rounded canopy. It produces small clusters of tiny flowers from spring through summer and develops blue-black berries that attract birds. The semi-evergreen foliage provides year-round structure in the landscape.

In an HOA neighborhood

Bluewood Condalia takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Tree size exceeds typical HOA-friendly range
Best suited for backyard or with special approval

Wildlife value

This tree supports butterflies and other nectar-seeking insects with its long blooming period from March through August. The berries provide food for birds and small wildlife.

Common questions

How much sun does Bluewood Condalia need?: Bluewood Condalia grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Bluewood Condalia bloom?: Bluewood Condalia blooms in March, April, May, June, July, and August.
Where is Bluewood Condalia native?: Bluewood Condalia (Condalia hookeri) is native to TX, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Bluewood Condalia attract?: Bluewood Condalia draws butterflies and nectar insects.
Is Bluewood Condalia HOA-friendly?: Bluewood Condalia takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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