Cercidium microphyllum |
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Foothills & Little Leaf Palo Verde |
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Photographer: Mountain States Nursery
Description
This is a smaller shade tree that reaches heights and widths of 10'-20'. The tree is very drought-tolerant, although supplemental watering during the dry season will speed up growth rate. Trees are leafless for most of the year, except following rains.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Bark Color
Green
Fruit Color
Yellow
Fruit Season
Summer
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.