Prodigious Palo Verde Tree
by Janet Marie
Title
Prodigious Palo Verde Tree
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Janet Marie
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Photograph - Photography
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What's yellow, green, and simply glorious during Springtime, in my Arizona Sonoran Desert. Why none other than the Palo Verde Tree! I am especially fond of trees, and wood marvels.
The name is Spanish and means "green stick." The bark of a palo verde tree is green because it's filled with chlorophyll. It's the Arizona State Tree! Designated as such in 1954. Arizona hosts two native species, the Foothills Palo Verde and the Blue Palo Verde, living to be 100 years, even up to 400 years old. Growing 20 to 30 feet tall.
This is an example of how large they can get. As they age the trunk and bark of the tree changes to dark, rustic wood color. As I take my walks or drive from my home, I pass this tree. It is especially noticeable due to it's explosion of yellow blossoms. Bursting forth in our glorious springtime, giving the Sonoran Desert our gold, rather than in the fall. What can one say about this tree, that it is one "Prodigious Palo Verde Tree!" A real standout against the vivid blue sky.
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July 19th, 2018
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Comments (3)
Jerry Bokowski
Palo Verdes in spring are fantastic, Janet. This big tree near our home is just bursting with blooms!....fav / like
Janet Marie replied:
Thank you dear one for all the love and support. What more can you ask for. ππππ
Nisha Verma
Marvelous capture, Janet! Fantastic yellow and green tree, Awesome blue sky! L/F
Janet Marie replied:
Nisha! Thank you for stopping by my gallery to share your lovely comment. Iβm glad that you like it and you decided to choose it is one of your favorites. I really appreciate it. πJanet
Jane M Dahl
Absolutely gorgeous beyond belief. Wow. L/F How lovely to have that to enjoy!
Janet Marie replied:
Jane! What a sweetheART to stop by to share such a marvelous comment. Our spring just fills our world with this glorious sight, bursting with yellow. Just brightens my day. Thank you for sharing your special words, liking this, and choosing it as a favorite. Your support means so much to me. πJanet
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