Panoply
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Jacaranda Tree Questions

Hello,

I am considering getting a Jacaranda Tree for my yard. I am in a zone that may allow me to get it to grow. I am in Baton Rouge, Louisiana (zip=70808) and am in zone 8 or 9 depending on who you ask or what website you ask.

I understand that the juvenile trees are much more vulnerable to cold weather and was wondering if there was a way to protect them on the rare (for us) nights when it gets below freezing.

Also, please let me know of anything else I can do to help make sure this tree survives. My yard has an enormous amount of clay and this is a problem with everything I plant. How would I go about amending the soil for this tree? Please be specific and assume no knowledge on my part as I am very new to this.

Are my odds good in getting this tree to grow for me? ANY other info on this is most welcome!

Thanks,
Pan

imafan26
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Location: Hawaii, zone 12a 587 ft elev.

Do you have room for a tree that will grow 50-90 ft tall with a spreading canopy? It is a lovely tree when it is in bloom, but it is messy. The roots are invasive so you cannot plant it near foundations or underground utilities.



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