The Jacaranda tree - jacaranda mimosifolia

The Jacaranda tree (jacaranda mimosifolia) is a medium sized shade tree native to South America.  It is a deciduous tree that sometimes acts as an evergreen in extremely warm climates.  It is also called the Brazillian Rosewood, Blue Trumpet tree, or Blue Jacaranda.  In climates outside of it's native or recommended hardiness zones (9-11) the Jacaranda is often grown indoors as a houseplant or even trained as a Bonsai.

Image Citation: Forest and Kim Starr, Starr Environmental, Bugwood.org

The Jacaranda's leaves are pinnately compound and are 2 inches or less in size.  The flowers (arguably the trees most beautiful feature) appear in late Spring to early fall.  Appearing in clusters the trumpet shaped lavender/purple flowers are exceptionally fragrant.  In warmer climates this tree may act as a semi evergreen and not only retain it leaves but bloom at multiple times throughout the year.  

Image Citation: William M. Ciesla, Forest Health Management International, Bugwood.org

The Jacaranda performs best when planted in the Fall.  The tree can be propagated from softwood cuttings, grafting or seeds. It has a high tolerance to disease and does not have any notable pests.  Also very drought tolerant this tree is used frequently as a street tree in it's recommended hardiness zones.  Size at maturity can range from 5-50 feet tall and 15 to 60 feet wide, the size at maturity is reliant on the area planted, pruning schedule and zone planted.  

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