Dove Tree
Davidia involucrata
Description:
An interesting and attractive medium sized tree with white flowers (bracts) in spring that give the appearance of white dove tails or handkerchiefs.
Power Line Approved: No
Min. street tree planting width: 6 feet
Mature Height: 30-40 feet
Mature Spread: 30-40 feet
Tree Shape: Broad pyramidal
Where to Plant:
Ideal for planting strips or to as an accent in your yard.
Leaves:
Deep green serrated leaves turning yellow in fall.
Flowers:
Showy white flowers (bracts) resembling handkerchiefs in spring. Flowers thought to resemble white doves sitting in the tree, especially in a slight breeze.
Fruit:
Flowers followed by hanging greenish golf ball sized fruits.
Preferred Site Conditions:
Prefers full sun to partial shade and moist well-drained soils.
Potential Problems:
No serious pest or disease problems.
Minimum Planting Distances:
- 15 feet from house or building
- 3 ½ feet back from the face of the curb
- 5 feet from underground utility lines
- 10 feet from power poles
- 7 ½ feet from driveways (10 feet recommended)
- 20 feet from street lights and other existing trees
- 30 feet from street intersections