Yellow Tabebuia

Photos are for illustration purposes only. Plant size and appearance may vary. We carry a range of sizes from starter plants up to 5-gallon containers.

The Yellow Tabebuia — affectionately known as the Yellow Trumpet Tree — is one of nature's most breathtaking seasonal spectacles. Each late winter to early spring, its branches erupt in a brilliant canopy of golden-yellow, trumpet-shaped blooms before a single leaf appears, creating a stunning burst of pure color that stops passersby in their tracks. Native to Central and South America, this medium-sized deciduous tree is prized throughout Florida and other warm climates as a premier flowering street and landscape tree. Beyond its showstopping blooms, it offers a graceful rounded canopy, moderate shade, and excellent drought tolerance once established — making it as practical as it is beautiful.

Plant care

Sunlight: Full sun; best flowering with 6+ hours of direct light daily
Watering: Moderate when young; drought-tolerant once established
Soil: Well-draining; adaptable to sandy, loamy, or clay soils
Fertilizing: Once in early spring with a slow-release balanced fertilizer
Pruning: Prune lightly after blooming to shape; avoid heavy cuts
Hardiness: USDA zones 9b–11; tolerates brief cold snaps to 25°F (−4°C)