Paradise Tree 45G

Paradise Tree in 45-Gallon Pot available in Jupiter, FL

Native elegance with tropical toughness—the Paradise Tree (Simarouba glauca) is a South Florida native that offers beauty, biodiversity, and shade all in one low-maintenance package. Known for its upright form, smooth gray bark, and glossy green leaves, this tree supports local ecosystems while withstanding urban conditions like salt, drought, and wind. A true “plant-it-and-forget-it” species, it grows fast and lives long, making it an ideal choice for rewilding landscapes or creating natural privacy with purpose.

This 45-gallon tree is well-rooted and landscape-ready—perfect for homeowners, developers, and designers seeking native structure with minimal input.

Care & Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):

• Sunlight: Full sun preferred, but tolerates part shade. Aim for 6+ hours daily for fastest growth.

• Watering: Low to moderate. Drought-tolerant once established, but appreciates occasional deep watering.

• Soil: Adaptable to sandy, loamy, and even rocky soils. Must be well-drained. Native soil friendly.

• Fertilizer: Rarely needed. May benefit from light feeding in spring during establishment.

• Growth Habit: Upright, straight trunk with a high, rounded canopy. In a 45-gallon pot, expect 8–10 feet tall. Mature trees can reach 40–60 feet tall.

• Temperature: USDA Zones 10–11. Thrives in South Florida’s hot, humid climate and is hurricane-tough.

• Maintenance: Very low. Prune only to shape or remove lower limbs for clearance.

Foliage & Flower Notes:
Compound, glossy leaves give the tree a tropical appearance. Small greenish-white flowers may appear seasonally and attract pollinators. Female trees may produce small black fruits enjoyed by birds.

Medicinal & Nutritional Benefits:
Traditionally used in Central America for anti-parasitic, anti-inflammatory, and immune-supportive purposes. Extracts from bark and leaves have shown potential in herbal medicine, though not commonly used domestically. Fruit is not typically consumed fresh.

Ideal For:

• Native and rewilding landscapes

• Drought-tolerant and salt-tolerant plantings

• Privacy screens or windbreaks

• Low-maintenance shade trees

• Gardeners seeking native biodiversity

Plant Classification:

• Scientific Name: Simarouba glauca

• Plant Type: Native shade tree

• Family: Simaroubaceae

• Class: Dicot

• Growth Form: Broadleaf evergreen perennial

  • Evergreen: Keeps its lush green leaves year-round

  • Perennial: Long-lived with steady growth

  • Broadleaf: Compound leaves with a full, upright structure

• Container Size: 45-gallon pot

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