Purple Flowering Tree Names

Last Updated on February 12, 2023 by Derek

Purple flowering trees are common and have always been used for decoration and landscaping purposes. Whether they are trees with purple flowers or with purple leaves and different flowers, we have included them in the list.

Beautiful trees with purple flowers

• Purple Orchid tree
• Desert willow
• Purple lily magnolia
• Fragrant lilac
• Jacaranda tree
• Chaste Tree
• Crepe Myrtle

Which tree has purple flowers that look like Wisteria?

Wisteria

Common Name	Botanical Name	Soil pH Range	Soil Type	Sunshine	Growing Zones
Wisteria	Wisteria spp.	6.0 – 7.0	Well-draining, fertile	Full sun	5-9

The tree with purple flowers that look like wisteria is the purple robe locust tree. This species of black locust tree can survive in various climatic conditions. Its wisteria-like flowers grace the land in spring and attract bees around the area. It is drought-resistant with a fast growth rate of two feet in a year.

Do purple robe locust trees have thorns?

Purple Robe Locust Tree

Common Name	Botanical Name	Soil pH Range	Soil Type	Sunshine	Growing Zones
Purple Robe Locust Tree	Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Purple Robe’	5.5 – 7.5	Well-draining	Full sun	4-9

The good thing is that it can grow in all soil types, except that it cannot withstand stagnant waters, meaning you cannot grow it in areas prone to floods. While it is a perfect shade tree in summer, you need to be careful with its thorny branches.

What Are Some Purple Flowering Trees?

Purple flowering trees are of various types and species. You can adorn your grounds with different purple, lavender, and violet shades. Some of the trees will grow beautifully on the streets without a caretaker. What would be better than having an attractive purple shade on your property during summer?

Here are some of the best purple flowering trees.

Table – growing conditions for trees with purple flowers

The common name of the tree	Scientific name	Conditions and blooming season
Crepe Myrtle	Lagerstroemia	Some species bloom in May and others in July or later. Grows well in acidic, well-drained soil, Ph 5 to 6.5. Needs full to partial sun. Deciduous in nature.
Jacaranda Tree	Jacaranda mimosifolia	Blooming starts in late spring to early summer after eight years of growing. It is deciduous. Requires full sun exposure. Well-drained clay or loamy, neutral to acidic soils.  Prefers sub-tropical areas.
Purple Orchid Tree	Bauhinia Purpurea	Blooms in winter and sustains until summer. It is semi-evergreen. Requires full sun exposure. Well-drained, slightly acidic sandy, clay, or loamy soils with 5.5 to 6.5 Ph level. It needs regular watering, especially during dry periods.
Fragrant Lila	Syringa vulgaris	It takes four to five years to start flowering.Blooms from April to June; depending on species. Requires well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil that is rich in humus; Ph 7.0 is best.At least 6 hours exposure to sunlight. The fall is the best season to plant.
Purple Lily Magnolia	Magnolia liliflora	At least six to eight hours of sunlight exposure daily. Well-draining, slightly acidic soils; mulching will boost soil temperature and trap in moisture. It blossoms in the spring; starting in April to early May. It is deciduous.
Royal Purple Smoke Tree	Cotinus coggygria	Flowering begins in late spring to mid-summer. Requires full sunlight exposure for full blooming. All soil conditions, but well-draining. Thrives in moderate temperatures and average to dry humidity to avoid fungal diseases. It is deciduous

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What Is a Rose of Sharon Tree?

The rose of Sharon is a purple flowering bush that spreads out sometimes and has multiple trunks. The deciduous plant branches are always erect and will only droop when flowering. The trumpet in shape ranges from pink, white, violet, purple, and white.

Rose of Sharon tree care

The rose of Sharon can thrive in many moisture conditions, soil textures, acidic to alkaline pH, and requires full sun exposure to bloom properly. Flowering for this plant starts from mid-summer and extends through fall, and sometimes they stretch until frost.

Rose of Sharon Tree

Common Name	Botanical Name	Soil pH Range	Soil Type	Sunshine	Growing Zones
Rose of Sharon	Hibiscus syriacus	6.0 – 7.0	Well-draining	Full sun	5-9

Purple Trees List

There is a great variety of purple trees, from shrubs to hardwood trees. Trees that have purple flowers are great for landscaping.  They can do in pots or large containers and that makes them good for backyards. Some of these purple trees include:

• Chaste Tree
• Lilac Bush
• Magnolia ‘Royal Purple’
• Mountain Laurel tree
• The Dogwood
• Copper beech trees
• Crabapples
• Japanese Maples
• Purple leaf plum
• The purple smoke bush
• Redbud Forest Pansy
• Purple-Leaf European Beech

Purple Flowering Tree Identification

Any purple-flowering tree makes a significant statement in the landscape with its stunning color. The best way to identify the tree is to start with the flowers. Plant classification is based on the shape and arrangement of the flower parts: petals, stamen (male reproductive organs), and pistil (female reproductive organs).

Wild purple flowering tree identification

You can do further classification according to the arrangement and shape of the leaves and whether the plant is deciduous or not. The tree barks and trunk could also help in identification; check for the color and size. Another helpful identification tip is the tree’s height and the climate in which it grows.

What Is the Tree with Purple Flowers in Spring?

That tree with beautiful purple flowers in spring is Jacaranda. It combines stunning beauty and shade from mid to late spring. Jacaranda tree grows so fast, especially in tropical climates, that it can attain a height of twenty feet within the first year of its growth. It can be semi-evergreen or deciduous, depending on where it is growing.

Jacaranda takes about eight years to mature and start to bloom. Blooming begins in late spring to early summer, but it can bloom any time in warmer climatic regions.

Jacaranda

Common Name	Botanical Name	Soil pH Range	Soil Type	Sunshine	Growing Zones
Jacaranda	Jacaranda mimosifolia	6.0 – 7.0	Well-draining, slightly acidic	Full sun	9-11

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What Purple Tree Is an Ornamental Plant?

Several trees stand as purple ornamental plants, but Queen’s Crape Myrtle, or pride of India, stands out. Pride of India is a spectacular decoration to the landscape with its beautiful dark purple or lavender flowers that appear at the panicles. The plant attracts birds, butterflies, and bees with its fragrance and bright colored flowers.

It can start blooming after three years of planting. Flowering occurs in early summer to late spring or mid-summer.

Queen’s Crape Myrtle

Common Name	Botanical Name	Soil pH Range	Soil Type	Sunshine	Growing Zones
Queen’s Crape Myrtle	Lagerstroemia ‘Queen’s’	5.5 – 6.5	Well-draining	Full sun	6-9

What Is the Name of the Tree That Has Blue Flowers?

The tree with the lovely blue flowers is the Creeping Blueblossom (Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. thyrsiflorus). It is an ideal cover plant with attractive sky-blue flowers. It grows perfectly in typical coastal environments.

The plant requires full sun exposure or partial shade if grown in its native habitat and partial to full shade in drier and hotter areas.Creeping blueblossom is an evergreen shrub with dark green leaves that blooms in winter and spring.

Creeping Blueblossom

Common Name	Botanical Name	Soil pH Range	Soil Type	Sunshine	Growing Zones
Creeping Blueblossom	Phacelia campanularia	6.0 – 7.0	Well-draining, sandy	Full sun to partial shade	4-10

Identifying trees with purple flowers – interesting facts

• Saucer magnolia is an example of a small tree (deciduous tree) that blooms early spring
• Jacaranda Mimosifolia is an ornamental tree that sometimes has white flowers and likes sandy soil
• The Korean Lilac Tree is a fast.growing tree with purple blooms (sometimes has pink flowers)
• Texas Mountain Laurel is an evergreen shrub that grows slowly into a beautiful tree that sets of any small garden
• Vitex Agnus-Castus also produces small fruits in late summer
• Some trees, like the Royal Empress tree (sometimes called The Princess Tree) , has a dense canopy, while a specimen tree like Eastern Redbud has a rounded canopy. Other species (Silk Floss Tree) have an umbrella-like canopy.
• The buds and flower petals of the Texas Redbud are edible for humans and grows in medium hardiness zones

FAQ relating to trees with purple blossoms

How Many Types of Purple Flowers Are There?

Pink Trumpet

Common Name	Botanical Name	Soil pH Range	Soil Type	Sunshine	Growing Zones
Pink Trumpet	Campsis radicans ‘Pink Trumpet’	5.5 – 7.5	Well-draining	Full sun to partial shade	5-9

Purple blooms – North Carolina

Purple flowers are widely used for ground covers and garden borders. An example is devil’s cherry or monkshood. Their bell-shaped flowers are poisonous, but after they bloom, they are replaced by black cherries. They are considered a symbol of vendetta and have a range of types.

What kind of tree turns purple?

There are many plants that can turn purple. For example, the purple smoke tree can turn purple throughout the growing season. It gets its name from the thousands of small pink flowers that form on the tree.

Purple Smoke Tree

Common Name	Botanical Name	Soil pH Range	Soil Type	Sunshine	Growing Zones
Purple Smoke Tree	Cotinus coggygria ‘Purple Smoke’	6.0 – 7.5	Well-draining	Full sun	5-8

The plant is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 9. Another option is the purple-leaf acacia. It can grow up to 45 feet tall and has a spreading crown.

Purple Robe – USDA

Purple Leaf Acacia

Common Name	Botanical Name	Soil pH Range	Soil Type	Sunshine	Growing Zones
Purple Leaf Acacia	Acacia cognata ‘Limpopo’	6.0 – 7.0	Well-draining	Full sun	9-11

While the tree’s color is determined by genetics, chemical balance is also a factor. Many aspens reproduce by cloning, which is why they are so bright. The black gum tree is another genetic clone.

Purple Acacia – Purdue

What tree has purple bark?

When you hear the term “purple bark” you may wonder what tree it is. Rainbow eucalyptus is a small tree that can grow as high as 30 feet. It is native to the eastern United States and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and acidic conditions. It is hardy to USDA zones 4 through 9. This tree also has small flowers and grows in woodlands, prairies, and streams.

Rainbow eucalyptus has bark that may be pink, purple red, or green in color.

Rainbow Eucalyptus

Common Name	Botanical Name	Soil pH Range	Soil Type	Sunshine	Growing Zones
Rainbow Eucalyptus	Eucalyptus deglupta	5.5 – 6.5	Well-draining, moist	Full sun	9-11

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What nut tree has purple flowers?

The Macadamia tree produces purple flowers and a nut. This tree originated in Australia and is now grown in many countries with tropical climates. It blooms before the leaves appear and is 12 to 15 feet tall. A redbud named ‘Ace of Hearts’ also has purple flowers.

Macadamia Tree

Common Name	Botanical Name	Soil pH Range	Soil Type	Sunshine	Growing Zones
Macadamia	Macadamia ternifolia	6.0 – 7.5	Well-draining, rich in organic matter	Full sun	9-11

Purple flowers are a regal touch to any landscaping design. Purple flowers are found on a wide variety of trees. To find the right one for your landscaping, talk to a professional landscape designer. They can help you find the best location for your purple flowering tree. They’ll even provide free professional planting.

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What small tree has purple leaves?

A tree with purple leaves is a wonderful addition to your garden or landscape. They provide a variety of seasonal color and are beautiful in the summer months.

They also make a bold contrast with brightly colored flowers. Several species of purple-leafed plants have beautiful young spring growth and a showy autumn display. Some even shed their leaves during winter.

A tree with purple leaves is called a purple tree. The scientific name is Prunus x blireiana (Pink Plum Blossom). These trees are known for their bright purple leaves, and their pleasant scent. They are hardy, and can thrive in a range of climates.

Pink Plum Blossom

Common Name	Botanical Name	Soil pH Range	Soil Type	Sunshine	Growing Zones
Pink Plum Blossom	Prunus mume ‘Pink’	5.5 – 7.5	Well-draining, moist	Full sun to partial shade	5-9

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What tree has purple trumpet flowers?

If you’re wondering what tree has purple trumpet flowers, you’ve come to the right place. The purple trumpet tree is a tropical tree that performs best in zones 10 and 11. It’s popular in southern California, Hawaii, and central and southern Florida. It’s not as hardy as other trumpet trees, but it will tolerate a wide range of soils, even in the coldest climates.

There are many varieties of this tree, and the color range varies from deep purple to light blue. Its flowers are shaped like trumpets and are clustered in clusters. The flowers of this tree are very fragrant. They can bloom as early as April or as late as August.

Other trees, bushes and shrubs worth checking out:

• True Blue Butterfly Bush
• Desert willow (Chilopsis linearis)
• Red horse chestnut tree – seen in many public parks
•  Persian silk trees
• Texas mountain laurel (Sophora secundiflora)
• Purple orchid tree (Bauhinia purpurea)
• Foxglove tree
• Royal Purple Smoke Tree (Cotinus coggygria)
• American redbu (Cercis canadensis)

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Resources:

Blue & Purple Flowering Trees | Ornamental Trees Ltd

11 Types of Trees with Purple Flowers – Crate and Basket

8 Beautiful Purple Flowering Trees – Urban Garden Gal

What Types of Trees Have Purple Flowers? – Home Guides