Palo Blanco colorful Keep the trunk 15–20 feet

Keep the trunk 15–20 feet from the pool edge

Desert Museum Palo Verde is a thornless hybrid developed for landscaping

Fall (Oct to Nov): The best planting window

Avoid planting in summer heat if possible

The compact canopy can be maintained at 8–10 feet with light annual pruning

Palo Blanco colorful Keep the trunk 15–20 feetArizona's Most Striking White Bark Desert Tree Palo Blanco Palo Blanco (Mariosousa willardiana) is one of Arizona's most sought after native ornamental trees and it's easy to see why. Its smooth, white peeling bark glows in the Phoenix sun, creating a sculptural focal point unlike any other desert tree. Fast growing and supremely drought tolerant, Palo Blanco thrives in the brutal heat of Scottsdale, Chandler, and Gilbert with minimal care. Whether