Purple jacaranda tree

Una hermosa Jacarandá

The Jacaranda Tree is renowned for its stunning clusters of purple-blue flowers that blanket the tree in spring and early summer. This tree creates a magical, almost ethereal appearance, making it a favorite among landscape designers. Light: Full sun. Water: Moderate, allow the soil to dry between waterings. Soil: Loamy, well-draining soil. Temperature: 60-90°F (16-32°C). Humidity: Moderate. Fertilizer: Balanced fertilizer in early spring.Ideal for creating a shady retreat, the Jacaranda…

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Have you ever seen anything more beautiful? "It's not a mere coincidence that Pretoria is called Jacaranda City — during the blooming season, the city turns purple with 70,000 blooming trees. The blooming season is from late September to mid-November, but mid-October is known as the prime time for blooms."

There is no doubt about it, flowering trees in shades of purple, violet, and lavender are an attractive addition to our landscape. Trees such as the Jacaranda are a favorite at many of our nurseries. We love seeing the purple blossoms as we drive through neighborhoods and as a bonus, these are also excellent shade trees.

The Jacaranda tree (Jacaranda mimosifolia) is a crowd-pleasing shade tree easily recognizable by its striking clusters of purple blooms. Here's how to grow it.