Jacaranda
Jacaranda mimosifolia
Jacaranda is a graceful tree with fern-like leaves that is covered in clouds of lavender-blue flowers in spring, before or with new leaves. It is a favourite avenue tree in Bengaluru, Pune and many hill towns.
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Essential Care Requirements
Light
Full sun
Watering
Moderate
Water young trees regularly; mature trees tolerate dry spells.
Soil
Well-drained sandy loam; pH 6.0–7.5.
Temperature and humidity
0–40 °C · Moderate humidity
Feeding
Rarely needed; too much nitrogen reduces flowering.
Pruning and propagation
Propagate by seed, stem cuttings
Shape young trees to a single trunk. Avoid heavy pruning, which causes upright suckers.
Not known to be seriously toxic.
Top Cultivation Tips
Seed-grown trees can take 7 years to flower.
Flowers best after a dry, cool winter.
Plant away from paved areas; fallen flowers are slippery.
Grafted trees flower sooner.
