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Grow a breathtaking ornamental tree with Bauhinia purpurea, commonly known as the Purple Orchid Tree. This stunning flowering plant is admired for its large, fragrant, purple-pink orchid-like flowers and distinctive twin-lobed leaves. When in bloom, Bauhinia purpurea creates a dramatic, tropical display that makes it a standout in any landscape.
Bauhinia purpurea is widely grown as an ornamental tree or large shrub in warm climates and is popular for landscaping, shade, streetscapes, and decorative gardens. Blooms typically appear from late summer through fall and attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. In cooler regions, it can be grown in large containers and overwintered indoors or in a greenhouse.
You will receive:
✔️ 10 fresh, viable seeds
✔️ Open-pollinated, non-GMO
✔️ Carefully packaged for successful planting
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Purple Orchid Tree
Botanical Name: Bauhinia purpurea
Plant Type: Flowering tree or large shrub
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained
Height: 20–35 feet (smaller in containers)
Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
Germination: Scarification recommended
Cold Hardiness: USDA zones 9–11
Bauhinia purpurea prefers warm temperatures and should be protected from frost. Light scarification and soaking seeds before planting will improve germination success.
Bauhinia purpurea – Flowering Plant 10 Seeds | Purple Orchid Tree | Showy Blooms | Tropical & Subtropical Ornamental
$9.99