Parkinsonia florida Seeds
Botanical name Parkinsonia florida
Common name Blue paloverde
Native to washes in the low desert, this attractive tree grows well in a wide range of garden habitats and is quite drought-tolerant once established. Known for its photosynthetic green bark, it produces showy yellow flowers in spring/summer that attract native carpenter bees. Prefers well-drained soil and full sun.
Family Fabaceae
Plant Type Tree
Mature Size 10-20’H x 10-20’W
Flower Color Yellow
Flowering Season Spring, Summer
Cold Tolerance Hardy to 15F
Wildlife Benefited Bees, birds
Warnings None
Sowing Time Summer
Pre- Treatment Scarify in hot H2O, or nick seed coat
Please note that we can only ship to CA, NV, AZ, and UT. Packet contains 10 seeds.
For questions regarding availability or special orders, please email seedbank@mdlt.org
