Tabebuia Argentea (Silver Trumpet Tree)

The Silver Trumpet Tree (Tabebuia argentea) is one of the most visually striking flowering trees you can plant in a UAE garden. At 3.5–4.0 m tall with a strong 60–70 mm caliper trunk, supplied in a 170L pot, this is a mature specimen that delivers a breathtaking seasonal spectacle. When it blooms, the entire canopy erupts in vivid golden-yellow trumpet flowers — and uniquely, this display appears before the new leaves emerge, leaving the tree completely bare except for its brilliant floral crown. The effect is unforgettable.

Key Features

• Spectacular golden-yellow trumpet flower display — blooms appear before the leaves for maximum impact
• Specimen-grade size — 3.5–4.0 m height, 60–70 mm caliper, in a 170L pot
• Distinctive silver-grey foliage when in leaf — an elegant, two-season ornamental tree
• Heat and drought-tolerant once established — well-suited to UAE conditions
• A rare and distinctive choice for feature planting and prestige garden designs

Why It Works in the UAE

Tabebuia argentea is a tropical tree that thrives in full sun and warm temperatures — exactly what the UAE provides year-round. Its flowering season typically peaks in spring, producing one of the most dramatic bare-branch floral displays of any tree in the region. The silvery, felted foliage that follows adds a soft, luminous quality to the canopy through the rest of the year. A tree that performs beautifully in two distinct seasons and stands out in any landscape.

Care Snapshot

Light: Full sun — thrives in direct UAE sunlight
Water: Deep watering every 7–10 days during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature
Soil: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil
Fertilizer: Slow-release fertilizer at planting; light feed in spring to encourage flowering
Pruning: Minimal — light shaping after flowering if needed

What You'll Receive

One Tabebuia argentea (Silver Trumpet Tree) in a 170L pot, approximately 3.5–4.0 m in height with a trunk caliper of 60–70 mm. A mature, specimen-grade flowering tree with a well-established root system, ready for planting. Ideal for feature planting, villa gardens, courtyards, and prestige landscape designs. Flowering season typically peaks in spring. Appearance may vary slightly from photos.