Golden Trumpet Tree (Tabebuia chrysantha)
The Golden Trumpet Tree is a breathtaking ornamental tree renowned for its brilliant, golden-yellow trumpet-shaped flowers that appear in masses before the new foliage emerges. It brings dramatic, sunshine-bright colour to landscapes while remaining hardy, drought tolerant, and easy to grow.
π± Why Gardeners Love the Golden Trumpet Tree
β Spectacular golden blooms - Produces vibrant trumpet flowers in late winter to spring, creating a striking display.
β Seasonal showstopper - Blooms on bare branches, giving incredible contrast and visibility.
β Drought tolerant - Thrives in warm climates with minimal water once established.
β Low maintenance - Requires very little care, pruning, or feeding.
β Fast-growing feature tree - Reaches an attractive shape and flowering maturity quickly.
π‘ How to Use Tabebuia chrysantha in Your Garden
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Feature tree - Perfect for showcasing in lawns, courtyards, and open garden spaces.
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Driveway or avenue planting - Multiple trees create a breathtaking flowering tunnel.
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Seasonal colour accent - Enhances evergreen gardens with a powerful burst of yellow.
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Tropical and subtropical landscapes - Ideal for QLD, NT, northern NSW, and similar climates.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Plant 4 to 6 metres from structures and nearby trees to allow the canopy to spread fully. Group plantings amplify the flowering impact dramatically.
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Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is spring.
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Mulching & Fertilising: This tree thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.
β FAQs About the Golden Trumpet Tree
How tall does Tabebuia chrysantha grow?
It typically reaches 6 to 8 metres with a rounded, balanced canopy.
Does it lose its leaves?
Yes, it is deciduous or semi-deciduous, often dropping leaves before flowering for maximum bloom effect.
Is it drought tolerant?
Very, once established, it requires minimal watering and thrives in hot, dry climates.
Does it flower reliably?
Yes, when planted in full sun it produces heavy, spectacular blooms each year.
Is it suited to suburban gardens?
Yes, its moderate size makes it suitable for medium to large residential spaces.
πΏ Ready to Transform Your Garden?
Limited stock available! Order your Golden Trumpet Tree today and enjoy its brilliant yellow display every spring!