Jacaranda

Jacaranda mimosifolia

Pronunciation: jak-a-RAN-da mee-mo-si-FO-lee-a
SKU #04635
10-11

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An interesting tree with an open-branched, rounded crown holding large clusters of showy lavender-blue flowers that arrive in spring, backed by large bright green pinnate foliage that has a fern-like appearance. A splendid lawn specimen for a waterwise landscape with a broad canopy for dappled shade. Semi-evergreen.
LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Once established water deeply occasionally.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 25 to 40 ft. tall, 25 to 35 ft. wide.

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Bloom TimeSpring
Deciduous/EvergreenSemi-Evergreen
Special FeaturesWaterwise
Problems/SolutionsDrought Tolerant
Growth RateModerate
Growth HabitRounded
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Design IdeasIf everyone lived in frost-free climates, they would all have a Jacaranda tree in the yard. These open-headed trees offer filtered shade ideal for patios, courtyards, and decks. They are proven as street trees and make a great front-yard flowering specimen. A drought-resistant solution.
Flower ColorPurple
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsLilyturf (Liriope); Plumbago (Plumbago); Foxtail Fern (Asparagus); Indian Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis); Agapanthus (Agapanthus); Sago Palm (Cycas)
Care InstructionsProvide enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. May be pruned annually to maintain desired size.
LoreDue to the prevalence of these trees, the capital of South Africa, Pretoria, is known as Jacaranda city or Jakarandastad in Afrikaans
Details
Bloom TimeSpring
Deciduous/EvergreenSemi-Evergreen
Special FeaturesWaterwise
Problems/SolutionsDrought Tolerant
Growth RateModerate
Growth HabitRounded
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Style
Design IdeasIf everyone lived in frost-free climates, they would all have a Jacaranda tree in the yard. These open-headed trees offer filtered shade ideal for patios, courtyards, and decks. They are proven as street trees and make a great front-yard flowering specimen. A drought-resistant solution.
Flower ColorPurple
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsLilyturf (Liriope); Plumbago (Plumbago); Foxtail Fern (Asparagus); Indian Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis); Agapanthus (Agapanthus); Sago Palm (Cycas)
Care
Care InstructionsProvide enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. May be pruned annually to maintain desired size.
History
LoreDue to the prevalence of these trees, the capital of South Africa, Pretoria, is known as Jacaranda city or Jakarandastad in Afrikaans

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly

100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr.
in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.

We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.