Blue palo verde suitable for Saudi landscapes; medium water use once established, best in full sun / part shade. Typical mature size 6-12 m tall.
Blue palo verde (Parkinsonia florida)
Description
Blue palo verde (Parkinsonia florida) is supplied for Saudi Arabia projects where performance, form, and programme reliability matter.
– Sun: Full sun / Part shade
– Water use (after establishment): Medium
– Soil: Well-drained soils preferred; most selections tolerate sandy and alkaline/calc…
– Tolerance: Heat resilient; salinity tolerance rated Low-Medium (site and irrigation quality dependent)
– Typical mature size: 6-12 m (H) x 6-12 m (W) (pruning and conditions dependent)
– Uses: Streetscapes, campuses, parks, or signature placements depending on form and scale.
Establishment: Provide adequate soil volume, correct staking, and a consistent irrigation schedule during the first 6-18 months. Transition to hydrozone-appropriate irrigation after establishment.
Additional information
| Water use class | Medium |
|---|---|
| Salinity tolerance | Low-Medium |
| Sun exposure | Full sun / Part shade |
| Growth form | Tree |
| Mature height (m) | 6-12 |
| Mature spread (m) | 6-12 |
| Habit | Evergreen or deciduous |
| Origin | Adapted/Exotic |
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