Flowering trees are a big part of the central Florida landscape. They provide fragrant and colorful flowers during their season of bloom. Many of them make nice shade specimens. Florida’s temperate, subtropical climate is ideal for a variety of trees to grow and thrive in..The following are just some of the flowering trees that grow well in our area.
The Magnolia Tree
There are few things that depict the south like the Magnolia when it comes to trees. Magnolias are a common flowering tree and have many different varieties. One of which is the Southern Magnolia. It’s a Florida native and therefore the most common type seen within the state. This tree grows up to heights of 60 feet high and has large, exceptionally fragrant white flowers that typically are in full bloom in the latter spring and summer.
The Loblolly Tree
A type of evergreen, the loblolly tree is native to Florida. It is commonly used in landscaping. The loblolly can grow with heights of up to 30 feet. It yields small delicate white flowers during the summer months and is closely related to Camellias.
The Trumpet Tree
One of the most common flowering trees in Central Florida is the tabebuia or the trumpet tree. This tree gets its name from its uniquely trumpet shaped flowers. Yellow, golden, purple, pink and silver are some of the several color varieties of the tabebuia.. They all thrive in full sun and have a high tolerance to drought like conditions. They typically grow from 12 to 20 feet in height depending on type.
The Jacaranda Tree
The Jacaranda has feathery foliage with a large amount of deciduous purple flowers that peak during spring and is considered one of the most beautiful varieties of flowering trees. The Jacaranda is a fairly large tree that is best suited for a medium sized yard.
The Orchid Tree
The Orchid tree is probably on of the most commonly used flowering trees in Florida landscapes. They grow up to 35 feet in height, have slim trunks and arching branches covered in deciduous, two-lobed, large leaves. Their blooms are are at peak during the fall when they are covered with many large fragrant blossoms that can be up to 5 inches wide. The flowers are a wonder to behold with their vibrant pink, lavender and purple petals that blend together to resemble an orchid. This unique flower makes the orchid tree a favorite.
The Bottlebrush Tree
With its red, pink, white or purple bottlebrush shaped flowers, the bottlebrush tree is one of the most widely seen flowering trees in mid Florida. They blooms at peak during the warmest months of the year. Being drought tolerant, the Bottlebrush is an excellent choice for Florida.
Florida is blessed with a wide variety of magnificent and attractive flowering trees, with these being just a few throughout the Tampa Bay area.
When planning your landscaping or adding to it, it’s always a good idea to consult professionals. Let Mid Florida Tree Service, with their experienced and knowledgeable staff, help you choose which of your personal favorites is best suited for your next landscaping job.
