Acacia willardiana
Palo Blanco Tree
Description
Tree with unique white peeling very attractive bark. Spring, fuzzy cream-colored caterpillars for flowers. Full sun. Will grow slowly to 18-20' x 10'. Can be a great silhouette against a wall with interesting bark & wispy foliage. Multiples can present a better display. Native to the Sonoran desert of Mexico in warm areas on hillsides. Can tolerate frost damage in cold winters. Very heat & sun tolerant. Few branches. Put it in the warmest spot. Threadlike leaves.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Light Green
Bark Color
White
Fruit Color
Brown
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Park, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.