Caesalpinia pulcherrima | Red Mexican Bird of Paradise | 20 Seeds
Specifications
| Return Shipping Will Be Paid By | Seller |
| All Returns Accepted | Returns Accepted |
| Item Must Be Returned Within | 30 Days |
| Type | Perennial |
| Brand | Unbranded |
| Season Of Interest | Fall |
| Watering | Medium |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Indoor & Outdoor |
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Features | Flowering |
| Soil Type | Peat |
We can combine multiple items for cheaper shipping. Ask for a invoice before checking out. Thank You all for your continued support! Caesalpinia pulcherrima is a shrub, Tropical, or a Tender perennial in the Fabaceae family. A native possibly to the West Indies, but the origin is unknown. Some common names include Barbados Pride, Paradise Flower, Peacock Tree, or flamboyant-de-jardin. This shrub can grow to 15 feet tall but is mostly seen around 5-8 feet tall and wide. It will grow larger in higher zones where it does not freeze. I grew it in zone 8, and it died to the ground every year and returned in the Spring. The leaves look like Cassia leaves, small and rounded. The fragrant flowers are amazing, with each flower having 5 yellow, red or yellow petals. It is the national flower of the Caribbean island Barbados. Birds, bees, and butterflies visit it in bloom from Late summer until Mid fall. It constantly blooms in zones 10 and 11. Zones 8-11 Germination Scarify seeds with sandpaper to break through the outer coating of seeds. Soak seeds for 24 hours. Sow seeds 1/2" deep and lightly cover. Keep moist in a bright spot. Do not cover and keep temperatures around 65-75F. Germination is in 7-30 days.