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Parkinsonia microphylla

Also Known As

  • Cercidiopsis microphylla
  • Cercidium microphyllum
  • Foothill Palo Verde
  • Little Leaf Palo Verde

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 10'-40'
  • W: 12'-30'

planting zones

  • 8b-10b

Parkinsonia microphylla plant details

Parkinsonia microphylla is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring, summer and winter yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Parkinsonia microphylla

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 FT - 30 FT - wide, 10 FT - 40 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring, summer and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Parkinsonia microphylla

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Parkinsonia microphylla plant

How to Grow Parkinsonia microphylla

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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