Orchid Tree – Flowering Garden Starter Tree

Bauhinia variegata (Orchid Tree)

Bring tropical elegance to your landscape with the Orchid Tree, a stunning ornamental prized for its large orchid-like blooms and distinctive butterfly-shaped leaves. This fast-growing flowering tree creates a spectacular display in spring, making it a beautiful focal point for gardens, patios, and warm-climate landscapes.

Skill Level: Beginner
Indoor or Outdoor: Outdoor
Light Needs: Full sun
Water Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Soil Type: Well-draining soil
Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 9–11
Uses: Flowering tree, ornamental landscape tree, patio tree, tropical garden plant, bonsai starter

Plant Dimensions:
• Approx. 5–6 inches tall
• Comes in a 2.5-inch nursery pot

🌱 Plant ships in a nursery pot

🌿 Growth Habit:
A fast-growing deciduous to semi-evergreen tree with an open, spreading canopy and distinctive twin-lobed leaves. Mature trees typically reach 20–35 feet tall and wide.

🌸 Seasonal Interest:
Produces large, fragrant orchid-like flowers in shades of pink, lavender, white, and magenta during late winter through spring. Young starter plants are shipped without flowers and will bloom as they mature.

🌡️ Temperature Notice:
Temperatures below 45°F or above 90°F may affect plant health during transit. Consider upgrading shipping or ordering during milder weather.