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Floss Silk Tree, Kapok

 
Plant photo of: Olea europaea
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Normans/Thompson/Sortomme

 

Description

This deciduous tree grows 30' to 60' tall and 30' wide; it has a trunk covered in short spines. It produces beautiful pink flowers in the fall and needs occasional deep watering with good drainage.Leaves drop during autumn flowering or whenever temperatures drop below 27 degrees F.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Seascape, Spanish, Tropical

 

Accenting Features

Fallcolor, Showyflower, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Fall

 

Location Uses

Background

 

Special Uses

Shadetree

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change sprinklers to drip around shrubs and trees and reduce water use nearly 60%. To learn how go to www.sustainablesm.org/landscape.