Blue Jacaranda Tree 20 Seeds - Tropical

Even before you see it, you sense its presence. Once in your field of vision, its sizzling, violet-blue floral explosion grabs your attention and holds it fast. The jacaranda is a large deciduous tree with finely textured, fern-like pinnate leaves. Young trees are upright but assume an irregular branching pattern that produces beautifully asymmetric open crowns as the trees age. From April to June, the tree covers itself with showy, trumpet-shaped flowers that are about 1.5 inches wide and arranged in panicles (pyramid shaped clusters) that grow at the tips of branches. Location: There are about 50 species of Jacaranda, most of them native to South America and the Caribbean basin. Jacaranda mimosifolia, the species most often seen in Florida, is native to the Amazon River basin countries of Brazil, Argentina, and Peru. The spectacular Jacaranda is enjoyed as an ornamental in many near-frostless areas all over the world. Culture: Jacaranda prefers enriched, sandy, well drained soils but is tolerant of most soil types. This is not a salt-tolerant plant. Light: Bright, sunny conditions are preferred. This tree will tolerate some shade but will bear fewer flowers. Moisture: Likes moisture but will tolerate some drought. Doesn't like soggy or poorly drained environments. Hardiness: USDA Zones 9 - 11. Propagation: By seed. Selected varieties are grafted. May also be cut from half-ripened wood (treat with rooting hormone). Jacaranda also make an excellent bonsai! minimize