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Acacia willardiana (Standard) - Palo Blanco

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Acacia willardiana (Standard) is a distinctive deciduous tree popularly known as Palo Blanco. Well-regarded for its characteristic peeling white bark, this tree holds an unparalleled appeal within the realm of landscape design. Native to the scenario of the Sonoran Desert, Palo Blanco gracefully stretches up to a height of 15-25 feet and spreads 10-20 feet wide. However, its beauty is not all about size. The tree's fern-like green leaves remain dedicated year-round companions, while its petite, fragrant blooms paint a picture of effortless allure in shades of ivory to pale yellow during spring. These sweet-scented flowers do more than just please the senses - they're impartial hosts, attracting an array of pollinators, with hummingbirds being a favorite visitor. Palo Blanco exemplifies resilience, standing hardy under full sun exposure and expressing an impressive level of drought tolerance. Needing little more than well-drained soil to thrive, this tree inevitably proves itself as a stellar choice for naturalized landscapes, easily adding high aesthetic value to your outdoors all-year-round.

  • Size: Up to 15-25 feet tall and 10-20 feet wide
  • Flowers: Small, fragrant, ivory to pale yellow flowers
  • Foliage: Fern-like, green leaves
  • Water usage: Low (drought-tolerant)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun
  • Unique Feature: Peeling white bark, attracts pollinators like hummingbirds
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