Bauhinia Orchid Tree Seeds – Butterfly Cercis Fragrant Bonsai Blakeana purpurea Seeds

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Grow your own stunning Bauhinia Orchid Tree with these seeds of Butterfly Tree, Hong Kong Orchid Tree (Blakeana & Purpurea mix). These fast-growing seeds produce beautiful fragrant orchid-like purple, pink, and white flowers. Perfect for gardens, landscapes, or bonsai. The tree offers vibrant blooms and attractive butterfly-shaped leaves. Non-GMO and easy to grow in warm climates. Ideal for creating a tropical look with fragrant flowers that attract pollinators.
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Bauhinia Orchid Tree Seeds – Butterfly Cercis Fragrant Bonsai Blakeana purpurea Seeds

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Planting Season

Spring

Light Requirement

Full sun

Plant Height

20–40 feet

Indoor/Outdoor

Outdoor
Planting Information
Life Cycle Perennial
Plant Characteristics Fast Growing
Plant Type Flowering Tree
Flavour Profile N/A
Life Perennial
Germination Time 2-6 Weeks
Fruit Size Pods
Soil Type Well Drained
Soil pH 5.5-7.5
Spacing Between Plants 4-6 meters
Watering Needs Moderate
Harvest Time Year 2-3 (bloom)
Bloom Season Spring-Summer
Seeds per Pack 50
Seed Type Non-GMO
Yield Potential High
GTIN 36002213346

Soak seeds in warm water for 12–24 hours. Lightly scarify the hard seed coat. Plant 1–2 cm deep in well-draining soil. Keep warm and moist. Germination in 2–6 weeks.

Plant in well-drained, fertile soil in full sun. Water regularly until established, then moderately (drought-tolerant once mature). Fertilize during growing season. Prune to shape or control size. Protect from frost in cooler areas. Flowers appear from year 2–3 onwards.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before you sow.

How can Bauhinia be used in a tropical-style landscape?

Its fragrant orchid-like purple, pink, and white flowers and butterfly-shaped leaves make it suitable as a specimen tree or focal point in warm-climate gardens.

Can young Bauhinia be kept compact for bonsai?
Yes. The listing specifically mentions bonsai use. Regular formative pruning and container growing can help manage a young tree's size.

What do Bauhinia leaves look like?

The leaves have a distinctive butterfly-like shape, giving the tree ornamental interest even outside its flowering period.

How can I encourage a strong Bauhinia branch structure?

Light formative pruning can help shape the young tree. Remove poorly positioned branches while allowing the main framework to strengthen naturally.

When can a seed-grown Bauhinia begin flowering?

The product page lists flowering from about year 2–3 onward. Actual timing can vary with growing conditions and plant development.

How much room does an outdoor Bauhinia need?

The listed mature height is 20–40 feet, with 4–6 meters between plants. Choose an open site that accommodates its long-term canopy.

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