Davidia involucrata
Dove Tree, Hankerchief Tree
Description
This medium-sized tree will grow 25'-60' tall and has deciduous green leaves with white, dove-like flowers that bloom in the spring. It can exhibit as a specimen tree, best presented against a dark background.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40', 40-60'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Brown
Fruit Season
Winter, Fall
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Park
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Adjust your irrigation controller frequently as weather changes. Plants need much less water in spring and fall than during mid-summer.
Call the Lawn Watering Infoline at 541-774-2460 for up-to-date sprinkling times.