Mexican Palo Verde
MEXICAN PALO VERDE
Parkinsonia aculeata

The Mexican Palo Verde is characterized by its photosynthetic blue-green bark and beautiful yellow flowers when in full bloom in the spring. Encourage its natural, angular form and avoid pruning heavily at any one time, which can interrupt growth patterns.

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GARDENING BASICS
Type: Trees
Hardiness: 15˚F
Water: Low/Medium
Sun Exposure:
GROWTH
Growth Rate: Fast
Average Size: 20’ H × 20’ W
Coverage: 236 square feet
FOLIAGE
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage Color: Blue-green
FLOWERS & FRUITS
Flower Color: Bright Yellow
Flower Season: Spring
Fruit: Brown seed pods
MORE COMMENTS
Thorns: Yes
Allergies: Moderately allergenic
Susceptible to wood bores if without water for long periods of time