Bauhinia lunariodes 'White' |
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White Orchid Tree |
Description
A large shrub 6-8' with similar spread. Slow to moderate growth depending upon moisture. Gray green leaves shaped like little butterflies. Flowers are tiny and white. This is quite xeric and tolerant of sun or shade. Thrives in the poorest rocky soils as well as rich loam.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Tropical, Water Garden
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Foundation, Lawn, Parking Strip, Patio, Street Tree
Special Uses
Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.