Bauhinia variegata |
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Purple Orchid Tree |
Description
This orchid tree will grow 20'-40' tall and 10'-20' wide; it produces fragrant, magenta, lavender blue, purplish flowers that bloom from late winter until early summer.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Tropical, Water Garden
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Foundation, Lawn, Parking Strip, Patio, Street Tree
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.