Parkinsonia praecox 'AZT'
Sonoran Palo Verde, 'AZT'
Description
This semievergreen tree grows at a moderate to fast rate to 30' x 30'. It has beautiful dark-blue green leaves and an attractive multi-trunked shape. Yellow, funnel-shaped petals appear in spring and are followed by a few light tan pods. Accepts full sun. Can be weaned off of supplemental irrigation once it reaches desired size. Lush appearance makes it a highly adaptable tree for patios, walkways and for shade. Small thorns do not seem to be a problem. - Arid Zone Trees
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Blue Green
Bark Color
Green
Fruit Color
Brown
Fruit Season
n/a
Leaf Season
Semi-evergreen
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Clay
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Basic
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Design Styles
Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers, Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Background, Parking Strip, Roadside, Walkways
Special Uses
Screen, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.