Description: A moderate-growing tree with leaves that turn red before falling in the winter. It has large showy pink or purplish flowers during the summer.

Size: Large (typically 35 feet)

Location: Plant at least 30 feet from power lines and 16-22 feet from your house. Full sun with well-drained soil.

Salt tolerance: Low

Watering: Water during planting and for one year thereafter (see watering schedule in "Dig In Miami-Dade County" booklet). May need to water during fruiting if under drought conditions.

Fertilization: Do not fertilize until 6 months after planting. Call 305-248-3311 ext.228 for fertilizing information specific to your tree.

Pruning: Wait one year to prune. If staked, remove after 6 months