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Tipuana tipu

Tipu Tree, Rosewood

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Normans/Hunter/Applegate

 

Description

This single or multi-trunked tree will grow 25-50' high and has swaying light green leaves with yellow blooms. It does well in dry soil and full sun.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

Gold, Yellow

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

Bark Color

Brown, Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Moist, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Standard

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Lawn, Parking Strip, Park, Street Tree

Special Uses

Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.