Blue Palo Verde (Parkinsonia Florida) is a perennial tree in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A small, spiny tree with a distinctive blue-green bark, leafless most of the year, native to desert regions.

Blue Palo Verde

Blue Palo Verde

Parkinsonia Florida

A small, spiny tree with a distinctive blue-green bark, leafless most of the year, native to desert regions.

Quick Facts

Type
tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen tree, erosion control, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Blue Palo Verde

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Parkinsonia