Tipuana tipu
Tipu Tree
Evergreen-Deciduous | Semi-Evergreen |
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Overall Mature Size | Medium |
Mature Height & Spread | 25-40' x 30-60' |
Exposure | Full sun |
Water | Medium Water |
Flower Color | Yellow |
Bloom Time | Spring, Summer |
Special Features | Low Water Use |
Container Sizes | #5, #15, 24" box, 36" box |
Natural Growth Habit | Broad |
Sunset Garden Zones | 12-16, 18-24 |
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 10 |
Plant Type | Tree |
Moderately fast-growing semi-evergreen tree to 25-40’ tall x 30-60’ wide or greater with age. This attractive species eventually develops a wide canopy of pinnately-divided, dark-green leaves accented with an abundance of showy, golden-yellow flowers that appear on the branch tips in late-spring to early summer. Flowers are followed by interesting winged seed pods that emerge green, maturing to brown by the end of summer. Tolerant of a wide variety of soil conditions but prefers a more acidic PH level and a regular watering schedule. Great as a lawn, street or patio tree, though its prolific blooming nature is to be considered when choosing a planting location. Thrives in a full sun exposure.