The palo verde tree is native to the Sonoran Desert and other arid regions in the southwestern U.S. The plant boasts a verdant bark and golden blossoms and is a beacon of life in the desert.

Once barren land is now dotted with young palo verde and ironwood trees, which were planted as seeds and have grown to as much as 12 feet tall. BLM officials designated the area as an interpretive ...

mesquite and palo verde trees, and ocotillo. Hike on the park's nine scenic trails or take a drive on the 21-mile Ajo Mountain Drive to experience the vibrant desert landscape. Read more about Don't ...