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Jacaranda

Jacaranda Mimosifolia

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Overview

The Jacaranda mimosifolia, renowned for its captivating purple blossoms, thrives under full sun. This deciduous tree matures to 25-50 feet in height and spreads 15-30 feet, creating a broad, umbrella-like canopy. Its fern-like foliage offers dappled shade. Prefers well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established. Blooms are best in warm climates (USDA zones 9-11) and add vibrant color to spring landscapes. Plant in areas away from pools or walkways to avoid litter from fallen flowers.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 9–11Type TreeClimate Subtropical
Jacaranda (Jacaranda Mimosifolia) — The Jacaranda mimosifolia, renowned for its captivating purple blossoms, thrives under full sun; prefers, image 76

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Bignoniaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Jacaranda (Jacaranda Mimosifolia) — the tree provides a breathtaking spectacle, image 88
Jacaranda (Jacaranda Mimosifolia) — The Jacaranda mimosifolia, renowned for its captivating purple blossoms, thrives under full sun; prefers, image 101
Jacaranda (Jacaranda Mimosifolia) — each about 1.5 inches long
Jacaranda (Jacaranda Mimosifolia) — Its fern-like foliage offers dappled shade
Jacaranda (Jacaranda Mimosifolia) — Plant in areas away from pools or walkways to avoid litter from fallen flowers
Jacaranda (Jacaranda Mimosifolia) — each about 1.5 inches long; tree with blue blooms
Jacaranda (Jacaranda Mimosifolia) — While the tree is drought-tolerant once established, it benefits from regular watering during dry spells; that, image 70
Jacaranda (Jacaranda Mimosifolia) — The Jacaranda mimosifolia, renowned for its captivating purple blossoms, thrives under full sun; prefers, image 126
Jacaranda (Jacaranda Mimosifolia) — tree with blue blooms
Jacaranda (Jacaranda Mimosifolia) — blue flowers in the garden; is a captivating tree appreciated for its stunning display of purple blossoms, image 123
Jacaranda (Jacaranda Mimosifolia) — tree with blue blooms; and somewhat irregular crown
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Jacaranda Mimosifolia
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