African Tulip Tree (Spathodea campanulata) and Jacaranda (Jacaranda mimosifolia)

If I didn't know you better I would say that you're showing off again!!!

Meanie:

I would be showing off if my African Tulip tree was already 30ft/10m tall, then my 50ft/16m tall Jacaranda tree would look stupendous together!

This photo doesn't do the Jacaranda tree justice.

Now that IS showing off!!!!

Yes, it would! However, I won't let my African Tulip tree grow to 10m/30ft because it's in too confined a spot. Most likely I will only let it grow to 20ft/7m tall (it's only about 8ft/2.5m tall now).

Oh to have the climate..................

Meanie:

Yes, it's great...this is why were having "June Gloom" today. lol! :>) It's suppose to clear out later today, though. The June Gloom affects the coast more than us inlander San Diegans.

Marguerite:

Thanks! Yes, African Tulip trees are native to the Congo region of Africa. They're not tolerant of frost; however, they do tolerate cool temps for a short period of time. They grow well in most tropical/subtropical climates.