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Purple Orchid Tree

Bauhinia Variegata

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Overview

The Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia variegata) is a stunning deciduous tree, reaching up to 20-40 feet in height with a canopy spread of 10-20 feet. Known for its distinctive twin-lobed leaves and brilliant orchid-like flowers that bloom in spring, this tree offers a spectacular purple splash to any landscape. Prefers full sun to partial shade and adapts to various soil types, adding both aesthetic and ecological value.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 9–10Type TreeClimate Subtropical
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — This tree is remarkably versatile; providing a display that both the client and their visitors will, image 132
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — five-petaled blossoms enveloping the canopy; providing a display that both the client and their visitors will admirePurple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — and purple with hints of a contrasting yellow or white center; vibrant green hue throughout the growingPurple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — is a captivating specimen renowned for its distinctive twin-lobed leaves and striking floral display, image 62Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — pink flowers in the garden; vibrant green hue throughout the growing season.<br><br>Spring unveils the, image 82Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — displaying moderate drought tolerance once establishedPurple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — rounded to the slightly spreading silhouette; providing a display that both the client and their visitors, image 120+149

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Mature width
12–20 Ft.

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — This tree is remarkably versatile; providing a display that both the client and their visitors will, image 132
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — five-petaled blossoms enveloping the canopy; providing a display that both the client and their visitors will admire
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — and purple with hints of a contrasting yellow or white center; vibrant green hue throughout the growing
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — is a captivating specimen renowned for its distinctive twin-lobed leaves and striking floral display, image 62
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — pink flowers in the garden; vibrant green hue throughout the growing season.<br><br>Spring unveils the, image 82
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — displaying moderate drought tolerance once established
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — rounded to the slightly spreading silhouette; providing a display that both the client and their visitors, image 120
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — generally recommended to remove deadwood and maintain shape; it flourishes in well-drained soils but adapts to
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — The Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia variegata) is a stunning deciduous tree; this tree offers a spectacular, image 57
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — the Purple Orchid Tree requires minimal pruning; vibrant green hue throughout the growing season.<br><br>Spring
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — the Purple Orchid Tree requires minimal pruning; vibrant green hue throughout the growing, image 78
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — vibrant green hue throughout the growing season.<br><br>Spring unveils the Purple Orchid Tree's true, image 95
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — and purple with hints of a contrasting yellow or white center; vibrant green hue throughout the growing, image 98
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — and purple with hints of a contrasting yellow or white center; vibrant green hue throughout the growing, image 126
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — providing a display that both the client and their visitors will admire year after year; this tree offers, image 81
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — generally recommended to remove deadwood and maintain shape; it flourishes in well-drained soils but, image 79
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — mildly reminiscent of a camel's hoof print; this tree offers a spectacular purple splash to any landscape
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — providing a display that both the client and their visitors will admire year after year
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — rounded to the slightly spreading silhouette; providing a display that both the client and their visitors will admire
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — suitable for accent or specimen planting and urban gardens.<br><br>Noteworthy for its moderate growth rate; this tree
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — reaching up to 20-40 feet in height with a canopy spread of 10-20 feet; vibrant green hue throughout the, image 58
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — pink flowers in the garden; vibrant green hue throughout the growing season.<br><br>Spring unveils the Purple Orchid
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — pink flowers in the garden
Purple Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Variegata) — Bauhinia variegata requires full sun to partial shade; this tree offers a spectacular purple splash to any landscape
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