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Hong Kong Orchid Tree - 5 Gallon
SKU:
2096170
UPC:
014949115053
$119.99
- Iconic winter-blooming ornamental with large, orchid-like, deep rose‑red flowers—sterile, so no messy seedpods.
- Semi‑evergreen, rounded canopy with distinctive, bi‑lobed “butterfly” leaves for year‑round texture.
- Scaled for residential landscapes—about 20 ft. tall × 25 ft. wide, with moderate growth.
- Loves full sun and rich, well‑drained soil; great specimen for warm, frost‑protected gardens.
The Hong Kong Orchid Tree (Bauhinia × blakeana) delivers a spectacular cold‑season show, opening flamboyant, orchid‑shaped blooms from late fall into winter just as foliage thins—so the flowers take center stage. This sterile, semi‑evergreen hybrid forms a rounded, graceful canopy with handsome, bi‑lobed leaves, thriving in full sun and fertile, well‑drained soil. Use it as a statement specimen near patios or entries where its long, showy bloom and light fragrance can be appreciated up close.
Plant Description
Semi‑evergreen small tree with a broadly rounded crown in mild climates (more shrub‑like where winters are cooler). Bi‑lobed, gray‑green leaves create a refined, tropical look and frame the vivid flowers beautifully.
Flowers & Fragrance
Large, orchid‑like blossoms in deep rose‑red with a touch of white; lightly fragrant and exceptionally long‑blooming. Flowers are sterile—no seedpods to clean up.
Bloom Time
Typically late fall through early winter, often continuing into early spring in warm regions (commonly December to April). Flowers are especially showy as leaves briefly drop around peak bloom.
Sun Requirements
Full sun is best (6+ hours daily) to maximize flower count and canopy density; tolerates light afternoon shade in hot exposures.
Watering Needs
Keep evenly moist but not waterlogged. Water deeply during establishment; once established, water when the topsoil begins to dry—consistent moisture supports the longest bloom.
Soil Requirements
Prefers moist, fertile, well‑drained soil. Mulch broadly to conserve moisture and moderate soil temperatures, keeping mulch a few inches off the trunk.
Growth & Size
Moderate growth; typically reaches about 20 ft. tall and 25 ft. wide in favorable, frost‑free climates.
Hardiness & Climate
USDA Zones 9–11. Best with protection from cold winds and hard freezes; foliage is damaged below freezing and trees generally fail below ~26°F. Suited to warm, frost‑protected coastal or inland microclimates.
Special Features
Long, showy winter bloom; attracts pollinators; sterile flowers (no reseeding); semi‑evergreen foliage for year‑round presence.
Landscape Uses
Superb specimen for front yards, courtyards, and poolside; focal point near patios and entries; pairs well with subtropical companions like agapanthus, foxtail fern, and sago palm.
Care Instructions
Plant at or slightly above grade in well‑drained soil. Water deeply and regularly the first year; maintain consistent moisture thereafter. Protect from harsh drying winds and hard freezes. Feed with a balanced fertilizer before spring growth. Prune lightly after bloom to refine shape.
History & Lore
A celebrated Hong Kong hybrid (likely B. purpurea × B. variegata) and the floral emblem of Hong Kong; widely planted for unrivaled winter color in warm climates.
- Iconic winter-blooming ornamental with large, orchid-like, deep rose‑red flowers—sterile, so no messy seedpods.
- Semi‑evergreen, rounded canopy with distinctive, bi‑lobed “butterfly” leaves for year‑round texture.
- Scaled for residential landscapes—about 20 ft. tall × 25 ft. wide, with moderate growth.
- Loves full sun and rich, well‑drained soil; great specimen for warm, frost‑protected gardens.
The Hong Kong Orchid Tree (Bauhinia × blakeana) delivers a spectacular cold‑season show, opening flamboyant, orchid‑shaped blooms from late fall into winter just as foliage thins—so the flowers take center stage. This sterile, semi‑evergreen hybrid forms a rounded, graceful canopy with handsome, bi‑lobed leaves, thriving in full sun and fertile, well‑drained soil. Use it as a statement specimen near patios or entries where its long, showy bloom and light fragrance can be appreciated up close.
Plant Description
Semi‑evergreen small tree with a broadly rounded crown in mild climates (more shrub‑like where winters are cooler). Bi‑lobed, gray‑green leaves create a refined, tropical look and frame the vivid flowers beautifully.
Flowers & Fragrance
Large, orchid‑like blossoms in deep rose‑red with a touch of white; lightly fragrant and exceptionally long‑blooming. Flowers are sterile—no seedpods to clean up.
Bloom Time
Typically late fall through early winter, often continuing into early spring in warm regions (commonly December to April). Flowers are especially showy as leaves briefly drop around peak bloom.
Sun Requirements
Full sun is best (6+ hours daily) to maximize flower count and canopy density; tolerates light afternoon shade in hot exposures.
Watering Needs
Keep evenly moist but not waterlogged. Water deeply during establishment; once established, water when the topsoil begins to dry—consistent moisture supports the longest bloom.
Soil Requirements
Prefers moist, fertile, well‑drained soil. Mulch broadly to conserve moisture and moderate soil temperatures, keeping mulch a few inches off the trunk.
Growth & Size
Moderate growth; typically reaches about 20 ft. tall and 25 ft. wide in favorable, frost‑free climates.
Hardiness & Climate
USDA Zones 9–11. Best with protection from cold winds and hard freezes; foliage is damaged below freezing and trees generally fail below ~26°F. Suited to warm, frost‑protected coastal or inland microclimates.
Special Features
Long, showy winter bloom; attracts pollinators; sterile flowers (no reseeding); semi‑evergreen foliage for year‑round presence.
Landscape Uses
Superb specimen for front yards, courtyards, and poolside; focal point near patios and entries; pairs well with subtropical companions like agapanthus, foxtail fern, and sago palm.
Care Instructions
Plant at or slightly above grade in well‑drained soil. Water deeply and regularly the first year; maintain consistent moisture thereafter. Protect from harsh drying winds and hard freezes. Feed with a balanced fertilizer before spring growth. Prune lightly after bloom to refine shape.
History & Lore
A celebrated Hong Kong hybrid (likely B. purpurea × B. variegata) and the floral emblem of Hong Kong; widely planted for unrivaled winter color in warm climates.
