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Parkinsonia aculeata – Jerusalem Thorn / Palo Verde
Add airy elegance and golden color to your landscape with this hardy flowering tree. Known for its delicate green branches and bright yellow blooms, Parkinsonia aculeata thrives in warm, sunny climates and is especially popular in desert and drought-tolerant gardens.
What You’ll Receive
• 15 Parkinsonia aculeata seeds
• Carefully selected and packaged for planting
About the Plant
• Common names: Jerusalem Thorn, Palo Verde, Jelly Tree
• Botanical name: Parkinsonia aculeata
• Growth habit: Fast-growing small to medium tree
• Flowers: Bright yellow blooms, often with orange markings
• Foliage: Fine, airy leaves with green photosynthetic stems
• Mature height: Typically 15–25 feet in warm climates
• Climate: Best suited for tropical, subtropical, and arid regions (USDA Zones 8–11)
• Drought tolerant once established
Growing Information
• Prefers full sun
• Well-draining soil recommended
• Seeds benefit from scarification (lightly nicking or soaking in warm water before planting)
• Germination occurs best in warm conditions
Important Notes
• Photos are for reference of mature plants
• Germination and growth depend on climate, soil, and care
• Seeds are sold for planting purposes only
