![]() ![]() The flowers develop into seed pods by summer, where they decorate the tree for several months right into winter. The flowers are visually similar to Wisteria flowers and have a strong grape-like scent. ![]() It is famed for its startling purple flowers which arrive in early to mid-spring in dense, drooping clusters. It is native to Mexico, Texas, and New Mexico, and has a slow-growing habit. The Texas Mountain Laurel is an evergreen plant that can be grown as a small tree or large shrub. Common names: Texas Mountain Laurel, Mountain Laurel, Mescal Bean Sophora, Mescal Bean Tree.Botanical name: Sophora secundiflora, Dermatophyllum secundiflorum.This purple flowering tree prefers to be grown in full sun and will perform well in soils that are fertile and well-draining. They have a high pectin content, which makes them especially suitable for jellies and sweet pies. Crabapples are edible, but they are quite bitter when eaten raw so are more commonly used in making jams and preserves. They develop into crabapple fruits with dark purple-red skin, and these can remain on the tree right into winter to add additional color to the landscape. These emerge on the bare branches of the tree in the middle of spring, before the arrival of the leaves. They are known for their pretty white blossoms which are sometimes flushed with pink or purple, but the ‘Kelsey’ Crabapple tree differs because it produces delicate, entirely purple flowers. Crabapple ‘Kelsey’Ĭrabapple trees are deciduous, and are found growing natively across North America, Europe, and Asia. It is very tolerant of drought and easy to care for. The tree should be grown in full sun and will thrive in any soil type which drains well. The Lignum Vitae is an attractive tree all year round and is especially well suited to coastal locations since it is saltwater and wind tolerant. The star-shaped flowers are around an inch across, and they develop into showy orange berries which will burst open to reveal black seeds when they ripen, to be devoured by mockingbirds. These contrast against the showy clusters of purple flowers which bloom all year round, with their heaviest bloom occurring in spring. This plant can be grown as a small tree or large shrub, and it features leathery evergreen small leaves measuring up to 2 inches in length. It produces exceptionally hard wood and is known as one of the hardest types of timber in the world based on a Janka Hardness Score of 4500, though isn’t widely cultivated for this use due to its slow-growing nature and threatened status. The tree is slow growing and small, with an expected trunk diameter of just 20 inches and an average height of 23 feet. It is considered to be a threatened species in these habitats due to the destruction of the land and overconsumption of the Lignum Vitae wood. The Lignum Vitae is the national tree of the Bahamas and is native to the tropical Americas, including the Caribbean, northern South America, Florida in the US, and Mexico. Common names: Lignum Vitae, Holywood, Tree of Life, Ironwood.The same conditions are required for the Pawpaw to bear fruit. Long, warm summers are required for the Pawpaw to grow into a tree, otherwise, without enough time in the heat and sun, it will remain as a shrub. Pawpaw trees should be grown in full sun or partial shade, in soil that is well draining with a wet to medium moist consistency. By fall, the leaves of this deciduous tree turn golden orange before dropping to the ground. If the fruits are not eaten by wildlife, they can remain on the tree right into winter, dangling like baubles on the branches. The Pawpaw fruits are popular with wildlife, which will visit the tree to feast on the pawpaws. They can be eaten raw, and are typically prepared as a dessert alongside ice cream, custard, and pies. The fruits are oval-shaped with pale green-yellow skins, measuring around 5 inches in length when ripe. The flowers are followed by fruits that are said to resemble the taste of bananas, hence the common name of ‘false banana tree’ and ‘wild banana tree’ for the Pawpaw. The flowers will typically measure around 2 inches in diameter, and contrast beautifully against the foliage when it makes an appearance. The flowers are cup-shaped and showy, with purple-red petals surrounding a bright pink middle. The flowers of the Pawpaw arrive in mid-spring, on bare branches before the leaves have a chance to unfurl. The foliage is a fresh shade of bright green and has a slight drooping quality. The plant is clothed in long and slender leaves measuring between 6 inches and 1 foot in length. ![]() It is native to Canada and the eastern United States, preferring climates that are neither too hot nor too cold. The pawpaw is a deciduous species that can be grown as a small tree or large shrub.
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