Crape Myrtle
Southern California's classic summer flowering tree, with vivid bloom color and attractive bark and form even out of season.
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A specimen tree is a focal point, not a wall. It is the tree planted alone near an entry, a patio, or a lawn where it will be seen from every angle. We grow three specimen trees that cover very different looks: seasonal bloom, fragrant evergreen structure, and a fruiting Mediterranean olive.
Southern California's classic summer flowering tree, with vivid bloom color and attractive bark and form even out of season.
View Crape MyrtleA compact evergreen magnolia with large fragrant white blooms and glossy year-round foliage, well suited to entries.
View Little Gem MagnoliaA classic Mediterranean specimen with silvery evergreen foliage and a sculptural mature form. Manzanillo is a fruiting variety, so expect olives in season rather than a fruitless ornamental tree.
View Manzanillo Olive TreeWant seasonal color, choose Crape Myrtle. Want fragrant year-round structure near an entry, choose Little Gem Magnolia. Want a Mediterranean, drought-tolerant look, choose Manzanillo Olive. All three work as a true focal point, so plan for a spot where the tree will be seen on its own rather than crowded by other planting.
A specimen tree only looks right if it is planted at the right depth, in the right spot, with the right amount of room to mature. Our crew handles the full installation.
Crape Myrtle typically blooms in summer, with color that can last for several months in Southern California's climate.
Manzanillo is a true fruiting table olive variety, so yes, it will produce olives in season, which can drop and stain hardscape below the canopy. If you want the Mediterranean look without fruit drop nearby, ask us about placement away from patios and walkways, or talk to us about maintenance options.
Little Gem is a compact magnolia variety bred to stay smaller than a standard Southern Magnolia, which makes it a better fit for most residential entries. We will confirm expected mature size for your specific spot.
All three specimen trees on this page perform best in full sun in Southern California.
Yes. Every tree is delivered protected and ready to plant, and professional planting is available as an add-on service.