Tree Portfolio
Jerusalem-Thorn (Perkingsonia aculeata) - Recommended With Reservations

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Florida Native: |
No |
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Special interest: |
Showy yellow flowers, spring/summer |
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Growth Rate: |
Rapid |
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Height at Maturity: |
15'-20' |
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Width at Maturity: |
20' |
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Grow Space: |
Small, under OHU |
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Soil Requirements: |
Any, well-drained |
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Cold Hardiness: |
Hardy |
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Evergreen/Deciduous: |
Evergreen |
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Salt Tolerance: |
High |
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Drought Tolerance: |
High |
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Comments: |
Though short-lived, this small tree is drought, salt and overhead utility tolerant. Average performance in humid climates, but performance can be improved by planting on well-drained soils. Weeping habit and thorns preclude use as a street or sidewalk tree. |
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Uses: |
Specimen, buffer |
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Maintenance: |
$$$ | |