Silk Floss Tree 45G

Silk Floss Tree (Ceiba speciosa) – 45 Gallon Pot
Available in Jupiter, FL

Make a bold, unforgettable statement in your landscape with the Silk Floss Tree—also known as Ceiba speciosa. Native to South America and beloved for its show-stopping pink flowers and spiky green trunk, this striking tree belongs to the Malvaceae family and is classified as a deciduous ornamental tree.

This 45-gallon specimen is already well-established and ready to become the centerpiece of your garden, estate, or green space. In South Florida, the Silk Floss Tree thrives with the right care, growing quickly and reliably in our subtropical climate.

Sunlight Needs: Full sun is essential—this tree needs at least 6–8 hours of direct light daily to grow strong and bloom profusely in the fall.
Watering: Once established, it is drought-tolerant, but young trees like this one should be watered deeply once or twice per week until roots are well-set. Avoid soggy soil.
Soil Requirements: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil is ideal. The Silk Floss Tree can tolerate a range of soil types but must have good drainage to prevent root rot.
Cold Tolerance: Hardy in USDA zones 9B–11. It may briefly defoliate in colder snaps but typically bounces back quickly.
Growth Habit: Can reach 30–60 feet tall with a broad, spreading canopy.
Seasonal Behavior: Deciduous—drops its leaves in winter, then explodes with large hibiscus-like flowers in pink, purple, or white shades before new foliage returns.
Special Features:

• Trunk covered in signature green bark with large conical thorns

• Pollinator-friendly blooms attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds

• Excellent shade provider as it matures

• Tolerates urban conditions and high heat

South Florida Notes: In our region, the Silk Floss Tree is well-suited to large yards, estate gardens, and public spaces. Give it plenty of space to spread. Avoid planting too close to structures due to its eventual size and shallow root system. It’s low-maintenance once established and rewards you with a spectacular display each fall.

Next steps after purchase:

• Plant in a sunny, open space with well-drained soil

• Stake during the first year to establish a straight, strong trunk

• Deep water weekly for the first growing season, then reduce frequency

• Mulch lightly to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds (but don’t pile mulch against the trunk)

• Fertilize in spring with a slow-release tree formula to support growth and blooms

This is a deciduous ornamental tree—meaning it loses its leaves annually, then regrows them, often accompanied by a burst of seasonal flowers.

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