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Date: 19 Feb 2025

A small tree of a pure gold

Tabebuia chrysotricha - Dwarf Golden Tabebuia

⭐️ A small tree of a pure gold



😊 Earlier we showed the video of Pink Tabebuia Tree 💗
Here is her golden sister in full bloom: Tabebuia chrysotricha - Dwarf Golden Tabebuia.

😊 These trees are flowering now in Florida. It's a breathtaking view!

😊 The Dwarf Golden Tabebuia is a small, striking tree ideal for container culture or small gardens. With its sparse crown and compact size, this tree is perfect for patios or yards where space is limited.

😊 In late winter to spring, when the tree is leafless, it bursts into a stunning display of bright yellow flowers that can bloom over several weeks.

😊 It's also impressively cold-hardy, able to withstand temperatures as low as 26F for a few hours.

😊 Whether as a focal point or accent plant, the Dwarf Golden Tabebuia adds a touch of vibrant color to any Southern landscape.

😊 Perfect candidate for container culture.

📚 More from previous posts:


2 most favorite flowering trees for small yards
It's not a cherry blossom! Video of spectacular Pink Tabebuia

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Date: 23 Sep 2025

8 best flowering trees that will bloom for you in Winter

Royal poinciana - Flamboyant tree, Delonix regia (top)
Tabebuia impetiginosa - Dwarf Pink Tabebuia (left)
Tabebuia chrysotricha - Dwarf Golden Tabebuia (right)
Bauhinia variegata - Pink Butterfly Orchid Tree (center top left)
Koelreuteria paniculata

Royal poinciana - Flamboyant tree, Delonix regia (top) Tabebuia impetiginosa - Dwarf Pink Tabebuia (left) Tabebuia chrysotricha - Dwarf Golden Tabebuia (right) Bauhinia variegata - Pink Butterfly Orchid Tree (center top left) Koelreuteria paniculata - Golden Rain Tree (center top right) Callistemon citrinus - Weeping Red Bottlebrush (center bottom left) Bauhinia blakeana - Hong Kong Orchid Tree (center bottom right) Jacaranda mimosifolia (acutifolia) (bottom)

💐 8 best flowering trees that will bloom for you in Winter



📸 Pictures for the previous post:



Royal poinciana - Flamboyant tree, Delonix regia (top)
Tabebuia impetiginosa - Dwarf Pink Tabebuia (left)
Tabebuia chrysotricha - Dwarf Golden Tabebuia (right)
Bauhinia variegata - Pink Butterfly Orchid Tree (center top left)
Koelreuteria paniculata - Golden Rain Tree (center top right)
Callistemon citrinus - Weeping Red Bottlebrush (center bottom left)
Bauhinia blakeana - Hong Kong Orchid Tree (center bottom right)
Jacaranda mimosifolia (acutifolia) (bottom)

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Date: 20 Feb 2026

Top Ten Flowering Tree Winners of Florida 2026 Record Freeze

Bauhinia Orchid Tree

Bauhinia Orchid Tree

Beaucarnea recurvata - Pony Tail

Beaucarnea recurvata - Pony Tail

Caesalpinia mexicana, Mexican Bird of Paradise

Caesalpinia mexicana, Mexican Bird of Paradise

Callistemon - Bottlebrush

Callistemon - Bottlebrush

Erythrina

Erythrina

Jacaranda tree

Jacaranda tree

Magnolia figo

Magnolia figo

Magnolia Little Gem

Magnolia Little Gem

Tabebuia chrysotricha

Tabebuia chrysotricha

Tabebuia impetiginosa

Tabebuia impetiginosa

🏆 Top Ten Flowering Tree Winners of Florida 2026 Record Freeze



These flowering trees had no damage after 3 nights of hard freeze (25F) with NO PROTECTION:

✔️ Bauhinia Orchid Trees - several species
✔️ Beaucarnea recurvata - Pony Tail

Ponytail Palm Plant Facts

Botanical name: Beaucarnea recurvata, Nolina recurvata
Also known as: Ponytail Palm, Pony Tail, Bottle Palm, Nolina, Elephant-foot Tree
USDA Zone: 10 - 11
Highligths Plant with caudexPlant used for bonsaiSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunWater Requirement: Low. Allow soil to dry out between wateringsPalm or palm-like plant
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✔️ Caesalpinia mexicana, Mexican Bird of Paradise

Mexican Bird of Paradise Plant Facts

Botanical name: Caesalpinia mexicana
Also known as: Mexican Bird of Paradise, Dwarf Poinciana
USDA Zone: 9 - 11
Highligths Small tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryYellow, orange flowersIrritating plantFragrant plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeSeaside, salt tolerant plant
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✔️ Callistemon - Bottlebrush
✔️ Erythrina - several species
✔️ Jacaranda tree
✔️ Magnolia figo

Banana Magnolia Plant Facts

Botanical name: Magnolia figo, Michelia figo, Magnolia fuscata
Also known as: Banana Magnolia, Banana Shrub, Port Wine Magnolia
USDA Zone: 7 - 10
Highligths Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeShadeWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWhite, off-white flowersFragrant plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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✔️ Magnolia Little Gem
✔️ Tabebuia chrysotricha

Dwarf Golden Tabebuia Plant Facts

Botanical name: Handroanthus chrysotrichus, Tabebuia chrysotricha, Tabebuia chrysantha
Also known as: Dwarf Golden Tabebuia
USDA Zone: 9 - 11
Highligths Small tree 10-20 ftFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryYellow, orange flowersDeciduous plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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✔️ Tabebuia impetiginosa

Pink Tabebuia Plant Facts

Botanical name: Tabebuia impetiginosa, Handroanthus heptaphyllus, Handroanthus impetiginosus, Tabebuia avellanedae
Also known as: Pink Tabebuia, Ant Wood, Pau DArco, Ipe Roxo, Lapacho, Taheebo
USDA Zone: 9 - 11
Highligths Small tree 10-20 ftFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plantEthnomedical plant.
Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles.
Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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🛒 Explore cold tolerant tropical plants

🎥 What tropical plants survived Florida's historic freeze without protection
🎥 These Avocados survived 3 nights of 25F hard freeze, Florida Record Freeze

📚 Learn more:


· Top Ten Fruit Tree Winners of Florida 2026 Record Freeze
· To trim or not to trim? When and how to trim damaged plants after winter
· Cold-hardy avocado varieties - what freezing they really survive

Avocado Plant Facts

Botanical name: Persea americana, Persea gratissima
Also known as: Avocado, Alligator Pear, Aguacate, Abacate
USDA Zone: 9 - 11
Highligths Large tree taller than 20 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyEdible plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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· Cold-hardy avocado survival groups - what the numbers really mean

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Date: 30 Apr 2024

Its not a cherry blossom! What is this pink-flowered beauty? Its one of the most beautiful Florida trees

Tabebuia impetiginosa - Dwarf Pink Tabebuia

🌸 It's not a cherry blossom! What is this pink-flowered beauty? It's one of the most beautiful Florida trees...

Tabebuia impetiginosa
- Dwarf Pink Tabebuia, is a spectacular Winter-Spring bloomer!

♦️ Nice landscape tree, compact and fits small yards.

♦️Beautiful bright pink flowers with yellow throats, covering the tree before new leaves appear.

♦️ Winter bloomer - great choice with snow birds who stay in Florida in winter and want to see some flowers.

♦️ More tabebuia varieties exist with yellow, white, purple flowers.

❄️ Tabebuia is a cold hardy tropical, at least to upper 20's. Grows well in Central Florida.

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Date: 8 Mar 2025

What is the most beautiful winter flowering tree for Florida snowbirds?

Tabebuia impetiginosa - Dwarf Pink Tabebuia, Pau DArco, Taheebo

🌸 What is the most beautiful winter flowering tree for Florida snowbirds?



🌸 It's not a cherry blossom! It's one of the most beautiful Florida trees - Tabebuia impetiginosa - Dwarf Pink Tabebuia, Pau DArco, Taheebo. It is in full bloom now, and it's a spectacular view!

🌸 This tree is a Florida favorite that's sure to make your garden stand out. This beauty is a winter-spring bloomer that'll have your landscape looking fabulous with bright pink flowers and a splash of yellow in the throats.

🌸 These gorgeous blooms pop up before the tree even puts out new leaves.

🌸 Perfect for smaller yards, this compact tree brings a burst of color without taking up too much space. Plus, it's the ideal choice for snowbirds visiting Florida in winter - when you're craving some color!

🌸 But this Tabebuia isn't just pretty - it's also practical! This tropical beauty is cold-hardy down to the upper 20’s, making it a great fit for Central Florida.

🌸 It's been a prized medicinal tree for centuries! Pau DArco (Taheebo) bark is brewed to make a smooth, earthy, and subtly sweet tea that contains compounds like lapachol and quercetin, used for centuries by indigenous South American tribes. A tree that's not only lovely to look at but also useful? That’s a win-win!

🌸 Starts flowering in very small size - see next post ⬇️

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