Red Silk Floss Tree 100G

Red Silk Floss Tree (Ceiba speciosa 'Rubra') – 100 Gallon Pot
Available in Jupiter, FL

Turn heads and stop traffic with the Red Silk Floss Tree (Ceiba speciosa ‘Rubra’)—a rare and visually stunning selection of the classic Silk Floss. Known for its vivid deep pink to red hibiscus-like blooms, this tropical showpiece is from the Malvaceae family and classified as a deciduous ornamental tree.

This 100-gallon specimen is mature, robust, and landscape-ready—perfect for making an immediate impact in large gardens, estates, or public spaces. With its thorn-covered trunk and bold floral display, the Red Silk Floss Tree blends tropical drama with South Florida durability.

Sunlight Needs: Requires full sun—minimum of 6–8 hours per day—for optimal flowering and canopy development.
Watering Needs: Moderate water needs. Water deeply and infrequently—once established, it is drought-tolerant. Young trees benefit from weekly watering during dry spells until roots are firmly set.
Soil Requirements: Performs best in well-draining sandy or loamy soils. Avoid planting in areas prone to flooding or standing water.
Growth Habit: Fast-growing. Mature height can reach 40–60 feet with a spreading crown, making it an ideal shade tree.
Cold Tolerance: Hardy in USDA zones 9B–11. Some leaf drop is expected in colder winters but the tree rebounds reliably in spring.
Seasonal Interest: Drops leaves in winter, then produces brilliant red blooms on bare branches for a striking seasonal display. New foliage follows in spring.
Key Features:

• Deep red blossoms attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies

• Iconic spiky green trunk adds year-round architectural interest

• Excellent as a specimen tree or focal point in spacious landscapes

• Withstands South Florida heat, sun, and seasonal storms with grace

South Florida Notes: The Red Silk Floss Tree adapts beautifully to South Florida’s subtropical conditions. It prefers open areas where it can stretch out without obstruction. It tolerates urban air and occasional salt breeze, but be mindful of power lines and pavement—its canopy and roots need room to grow.

Next steps after purchase:

• Plant in an open, sunny area with plenty of space for canopy spread

• Stake for the first year to support upright growth

• Water deeply once per week during establishment; reduce as it matures

• Avoid over-mulching—keep base of trunk clear to prevent rot

• Prune lightly in late winter to maintain shape and remove any weak limbs

This is a deciduous ornamental tree—meaning it naturally sheds its leaves once a year, then regrows them, often timed with dramatic flowering.

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