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Cercidium floridum (Parkinsonia florida) - Blue Palo Verde

Market price from $134.99 to $284.99

Cercidium floridum (Parkinsonia florida) is an extraordinary marvel of nature that effortlessly enhances both beauty and resilience in every landscape it graces. Bestowed with the common name, Blue Palo Verde, this mesmerizing tree boasts an uncanny ability to not just survive, but thrive amidst arid conditions. It bears an extravagant display of vibrant yellow flowers come spring, striking a captivating contrast against the compelling blue-green hue of its bark. Standing robust at a height of 15-30 feet, each Palo Verde tree fans out an expansive canopy - a vision of intricate branches that offers an inviting refuge of shade to both tired eyes and weary winged creatures. But there's more to this hardy beauty than what catches the eye; it is a champion of sustainability. During periods of drought, the Palo Verde stands undeterred, shedding its leaves to photosynthesize through its bark and demonstrating an ingenious water conservation strategy. This full-sun-loving, drought-tolerant tree needs little more than well-drained soil to flourish, enhancing its desirability for any water-wise landscape or garden. Bring home the Blue Palo Verde - a testament to the spectacular union of resilience, versatility, and aesthetic appeal.

  • Size: 15-30 feet tall
  • Flowers: Vibrant yellow flowers in spring
  • Foliage: Blue-green bark, deciduous
  • Water usage: Low-Drought tolerant
  • Sun exposure: Full sun
  • Special Feature: Photosynthesizes through bark during drought conditions.
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