Zesty Plants Starting With The Letters X, Y, Z

Zesty plants starting with the letters X, Y, and Z is another page in the list of plants section. As we come to the end of the alphabet, there are so many more plant specimens that I haven't mentioned. There are so many species available in different regions of the globe. Feel free at the end of this page to add on to any letter in the list of plants section. This will be a great way to share your trees, shrubs, flowers or herbs with other people. Go ahead and get recognized for contributing to this list of plants.

• Weigela - This family is made up of around twelve zesty species. They are all considered deciduous and are native to Japan. Different varieties will grow well in zones four through nine in the United States. The vast majority of these species will mature anywhere from six to ten feet tall. The Weigela specie loves full sun but can take partial shade. Moist and well drained soil will allow these species to flourish. In late spring to early summer, crimson, pink, and white tone flowers appear and can accent any landscape or garden. The flowers are shaped like a trumpet and go well with evergreen shrubs or trees planted around them. In fall, the foliage turns to vibrant yellow, red, and purple tones. This is a great specie to incorporate in a garden setting.





• Westringia - Coast Rosemary - This genus is made up of around twenty five evergreen species. Westringia is native to Australia, and also known as Australian Rosemary. This family will grow well in zones nine through eleven in the United States. This zesty variety of Rosemary will thrive in warmer climate regions, especially in coastal regions. Westringia loves an open area that gets full sun and will adapt to most soil conditions. In summer the species should be kept on a good watering schedule. In spring light purple tone flowers make their appearance and will last for months. This is an attractive evergreen shrub and also creates a long focal point in landscapes.
• Xanthoceras - Yellow Thorn - This family is native to China and grows well in zones six through ten in the United States. This specie can handle colder temperatures, but should be protected against late season frost. The Yellow Thorn will thrive in hot summer conditions, the warmth of the summer allows the zesty plant and flowers to achieve it's growth and beauty. The Yellow Thorn is considered a deciduous shrub or small tree and it can mature up to fifteen feet tall. The white flowers emerge in late spring and throughout the summer months. This zesty specimen does well in a variety of garden settings. In colder climates the Yellow Thorn should be protected for windy conditions.
• Xanthorrhoea - Grass Tree - This is one of the most unique and zesty evergreen specimens that is native to Australia. The Grass tree can be found in the rocky slopes of southwestern Australia. This specie has a confined grass structure and a narrow trunk. The Grass tree reminds me of different species of the Ornamental Grass family. The spikes can reach up to five feet tall, and white flowers blossom in the spring and throughout the summer months. The Grass tree needs an open area in full sun, and loves well drained soil. This family can develop root rot. The grass tree can also be used as a container plant and creates a great look for a sub-tropical to tropical location. Browse through the tropics section and find some other warm climate specimens that will compliment this specie. The Grass tree will grow well in zones nine through eleven in the United States.
• Xyloelum - Woody Pear - There are only five species that make up this evergreen family. This genus is also from Australia and found in the western region. The zesty Woody Pear will grow well in zones nine through eleven in the United States. This family will do well in sandy base soil and well drained. It thrives in sunny locations and can mature up to twenty five feet tall. These small trees have leathery leaves and cream tone flowers that appear in the summer months. After flowering, red tone fruit appear and is a great addition to put in dried flower arrangements. Pruning should be done to keep the compact shape. A nice specimen for a landscape area.
• Yucca - There are about forty evergreen perennial shrubs and small trees that make up this family. Yucca can grow in zones seven through eleven in the United States. Yucca is noted for its long slender solid and variegated leaves that have a sharp point at the end. This specie should be put out in an open area, where there is low humidity and full sun. Yucca does better in a sandy soil environment, but can survive in some clay base soil. The roots of this plant are deep and also invasive. Another great look for a sub-tropical to tropical setting.
• Zelkova - A cool climate family that is native to China, Japan, and western Asia. The species will do well in zones three through ten in the United States. They will mature anywhere from fifty to one hundred feet tall. Zelkova is grown for its zesty foliage, and is a deciduous specimen. It is frost tolerant but needs shelter from extreme cold conditions. Full sun will help this specimen develop a healthy growth pattern. This specie is also called the Zelkova Elm. This form of Elm is also used to provide shade. Great specimen in front or backyards.
• Zizipus - There are eighty or so members of this family of deciduous and evergreen shrubs and trees. They are native to both North America and South America, and will grow well in zones seven through ten in the United States. The Chinese Date variety is native to China and western Asia. This particular specie will mature up to forty feet tall. The leaves are oval shape and green tone flowers appear in the springtime. In the autumn, deep red fruit develops on the trees. They will ripen more throughout the winter months and can be used in stews, soups, or dried. The fruit has an apple flavor. A great specimen not only for the outdoors, but also for your kitchen.

These eight zesty families each provide unique specimens in geographic locations. The list of plant section has a wide diversity of plant specimens for you to gain some knowledge in the vast world of trees and shrubs. Feel free to share a specimen from your local area so others can learn about specimens in your country and region.