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California Native Plant

Cercidium microphyllum

Foothills Palo Verde

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Smaller shade tree from 10-20' tall and wide. Trees are leafless for most of the year, except following rains. Plants are very drought-tolerant, although supplemental watering during the dry season will speed up growth rate. Flowering starts at end of floridum blooming.Erec

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

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:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.