The Desert Museum Palo Verde is a spectacular hybrid developed at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, combining the best traits of three Palo Verde species. Its green bark, bright yellow spring flowers, and extreme drought tolerance make it a showstopper. Alfaro Tree Sales stocks Desert Museum Palo Verdes at our 40-acre Atascosa nursery.
Palo Verde means “green stick” in Spanish — and the green bark actually photosynthesizes, allowing the tree to produce energy even when it drops its tiny leaves during drought or cold. It’s a living sculpture.
Two popular aesthetic/ornamental options for San Antonio compared.
Expected growth after planting.
Deep water regularly during the first growing season. Very drought-tolerant once established.
Adapts to most soils. Light balanced fertilizer in spring after year 1.
Prune to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches. Best done in late winter (January–February).
October through March is ideal for establishment before summer heat.
Choose your tree at our nursery or by phone. We deliver it to your property.
Machine-dug hole, native soil backfill, deep watering, and mulch ring installed.
Written care instructions plus a 30-day establishment check from our crew.
Desert Museum Palo Verdes grow 2–3 ft/yr in San Antonio under good conditions.
Yes, very. Once established they need minimal supplemental water.
Mature size is typically 20–30 ft tall with a 20–30 ft spread.
They thrive in any / well-drained soils, which matches most San Antonio properties.
October through March is ideal. Our team plants year-round with proper watering protocols.
We offer Desert Museum Palo Verdes in various sizes. Field-grown at our nursery in Atascosa. Call (210) 202-4284.
Yes. Professional delivery and planting across the San Antonio metro. Request a free quote.
Desert Museum Palo Verdes are excellent for xeriscape, accent in the San Antonio area.
