Tabebuia, Trumpet Tree
A wonderful small tree which features masses of showy golden yellow, pink or purple tubular flowers on a nearly leafless tree in the spring. Tabebuia is an absolutely spectacular deciduous small tree for spring-time color and small yards. Of the family Bignoniaceae it is well known as Tabebuia or Trumpet Tree. It is easy to grow and loves full sun. Tabebuia is native to Central and South America and the West Indies.
Plant Facts:
Common Name: Tabebuia, Trumpet Tree
Botanical Name: Tabebuia
Family: Bignoniaceae
Plant Type: Deciduous Tree
Origin: Central and South America and the West Indies
Zones: 9 – 12 — hardy to Orlando and Tampa Area
Height: 15′ to 50′
Rate of Growth: Slow to Medium
Salt Tolerance: Moderate
PINK TABEBUIA FLOWERS. USUALLY APPEAR BEFORE LEAVES IN SPRING. 
PINK TABEBUIA FLOWERS LITTERING THE GROUND.
Soil Requirements: Fertile, moist soil
Water Requirements: Water freely when in growth, sparingly in winter
Nutritional Requirements: Balanced liquid fertilizer monthly
Light Requirements: Full sun
Form: Small to Medium Size Tree
Leaves: 5 to 7-palmate, lance-shaped to obovate — mid-green to silvery-grey
Flowers: Yellow (T. umbellata or T. chrysantha), Pink (T. rosea, T. pallida — syn. T. heterophylla) or Purple (T. impetiginosa and T. heptaphylla) trumpet shaped, sweetly scented — blooms in Spring
Fruits: None
Pests: Sometimes affected by Leaf Spot, Dieback, and Spider Mites
Uses: Show piece
Bad Habits: Prune weak branches when required
Cost: $$ — reasonable
Propagation: Semi-ripe cuttings or air-layer in spring
Sources (“As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.”): AMERICAN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY A-Z ENCYCLOPEDIA OF GARDEN PLANTS; THE SUBTROPICAL GARDEN
