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    1. Foothill Palo Verde
    Blooming Foothills Palo Verde Tree Planted

    Foothill Palo Verde

    Parkinsonia microphylla

    • Unique Appearance, Beautiful Yellow Blooms
    • Drought Tolerant
    • Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies
    • Low Maintenance, Easy to Grow
    Full Sun
    Hardiness Zones:
    8 - 10
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    A fast growing water-wise hybrid version of the classic Palo Verde. Bright yellow, showy blooms in spring.

    Southern Live Oak

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    Southern Live Oak

    Quercus virginiana

    The Southern Live Oak is the "mighty oak of the South" that looks right at home planted in Southwestern landscapes. It is native to the coastal plains of the southeastern U.S and grows at a moderate rate.

    Ironwood

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    Ironwood

    Olneya tesota

    An excellent choice for desert style landscapes. Unique trunk patterns, showy pinkish flowers, and foliage color make it a great focal point for any landscape.

    Texas Ebony

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    Texas Ebony

    Pithecellobium flexicaule

    This highly decorative tree produces beautiful cream colored, fragrant flower clusters that bloom in the late spring and accent the trees twisting branches.

    The Foothills Palo Verde (Parkinsonia microphylla) is a distinctive desert tree native to the arid regions of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. Known for its striking green bark and delicate, twiggy appearance, this tree is a true symbol of the Sonoran Desert. Its name, “Palo Verde,” means “green stick” in Spanish — a reference to its chlorophyll-rich bark, which allows the tree to photosynthesize even when it sheds its tiny leaves during extreme drought. In spring, it bursts into brilliant yellow blooms that create a stunning contrast against the desert landscape and attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.

    Highly adapted to desert conditions, the Foothills Palo Verde is both drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, making it a favorite for xeriscaping and naturalistic landscaping. It typically grows to about 15 to 20 feet tall and has a spreading canopy that provides light, dappled shade. This tree is not only beautiful but ecologically important, offering habitat and food for desert wildlife. Its sculptural form, golden blossoms, and resilience make the Foothills Palo Verde a standout choice for adding natural beauty and functionality to arid gardens and landscapes.

    Stop into any of our locations and allow one of our expertly trained nursery professionals to help you with your landscape design and show you how to incorporate beautiful plants like these into your yard.

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    Blooming Foothills Palo Verde Tree Planted

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    Museum Palo Verde

    Full Sun

    Museum Palo Verde

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    Southern Live Oak

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    Southern Live Oak

    Quercus virginiana

    The Southern Live Oak is the "mighty oak of the South" that looks right at home planted in Southwestern landscapes. It is native to the coastal plains of the southeastern U.S and grows at a moderate rate.

    Ironwood

    Full Sun

    Ironwood

    Olneya tesota

    An excellent choice for desert style landscapes. Unique trunk patterns, showy pinkish flowers, and foliage color make it a great focal point for any landscape.

    Texas Ebony

    Full Sun

    Texas Ebony

    Pithecellobium flexicaule

    This highly decorative tree produces beautiful cream colored, fragrant flower clusters that bloom in the late spring and accent the trees twisting branches.

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    Moon Valley Nurseries Museum Palo Verde Row

    Museum Palo Verde

    Full Sun

    Museum Palo Verde

    Museum Palo Verde Cercidium-parkinsonia hybrid

    A fast growing water-wise hybrid version of the classic Palo Verde. Bright yellow, showy blooms in spring.

    Huge Southern Live Oak row
    Ironwood
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    Image of Supercharged Moon Juice
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    Southern Live Oak

    Full Sun

    Southern Live Oak

    Quercus virginiana

    The Southern Live Oak is the "mighty oak of the South" that looks right at home planted in Southwestern landscapes. It is native to the coastal plains of the southeastern U.S and grows at a moderate rate.

    Ironwood

    Full Sun

    Ironwood

    Olneya tesota

    An excellent choice for desert style landscapes. Unique trunk patterns, showy pinkish flowers, and foliage color make it a great focal point for any landscape.

    Texas Ebony

    Full Sun

    Texas Ebony

    Pithecellobium flexicaule

    This highly decorative tree produces beautiful cream colored, fragrant flower clusters that bloom in the late spring and accent the trees twisting branches.

    MOON JUICE®

    MOON JUICE®

    Our Super Charged Moon Juice® is designed to maximize the nutrient intake and growth potential of all trees, palms, and plants.

    MOON DUST®

    MOON DUST®

    All trees and plants need Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Potash (Potassium) as the primary nutrients for healthy living. Our custom, organic blended Moon Dust® provides these essential elements in a perfect horticultural ratio that will benefit virtually every plant in your landscape.

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