Fern of the Desert not pool-friendly Very fast — expect 3–5

Very fast — expect 3–5 feet of growth per year in Phoenix's warm climate

Growing 3–5 feet per year

growing 40–70 ft tall but only 3–6 ft wide — ideal for tight spots

giving you privacy at multiple heights

Tropical Bird of Paradise Plant Details

Fern of the Desert not pool-friendly Very fast — expect 3–5Fern of the Desert Arizona's Most Graceful Native Shade Tree Fern of the Desert (Lysiloma watsonii) is one of the most elegant native trees you can plant in the Phoenix Valley. Its delicate, fern like bipinnate foliage creates beautiful filtered shade that cools patios, pools, and walkways without blocking all sunlight perfect for growing understory plants beneath. This Sonoran Desert native handles extreme heat, reflected surfaces, and extended