When does Pinckneya bracteata bloom?

Fevertree blooms from April through June, producing clusters of tubular flowers surrounded by large, showy pink bracts.

Where is Pinckneya bracteata native?

Pinckneya bracteata is native only to Florida, where it grows naturally in wetland areas and swamp margins.

What pollinators visit Fevertree?

Bees and butterflies are attracted to the nectar-rich flowers of Pinckneya bracteata during its spring and early summer bloom period.

What growing conditions does Pinckneya bracteata prefer?

Fevertree grows best in partial sun with consistent moisture, tolerating wet soils better than many other native trees.

Is Fevertree HOA-friendly?

Fevertree takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Fevertree

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Pinckneya bracteata

Last reviewed: June 2026

Pinckneya bracteata (Fevertree) is a rare native Florida tree that blooms from April through June with showy pink bracts. This wetland species attracts bees and butterflies in partial sun to shade conditions.

Fevertree (Pinckneya bracteata) — Photo: (c) Scott Ward, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Scott Ward

Light

part sun

Water

medium

Size

120"–360" H × 60"–180" W

Bloom

Apr, May, Jun

Native to

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

Fevertree is a rare native tree that produces showy white and pink bracts in spring and early summer. This medium-sized deciduous tree has an open, somewhat irregular canopy and prefers partially shaded, moist conditions.

Growing Fevertree

Grow Fevertree in part sun and medium water. Mature plants reach 120 to 360 inches tall and spread 60 to 180 inches wide. Expect moderate maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.

In an HOA neighborhood

Fevertree takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Irregular growth habit appears unmanicured
Loses leaves in winter creating bare appearance
Large mature size may overwhelm typical residential lots

Wildlife value

The blooms attract bees and butterflies during the spring flowering period. As a native species, it also supports various native insects and provides habitat for birds.

Common questions

When does Pinckneya bracteata bloom?: Fevertree blooms from April through June, producing clusters of tubular flowers surrounded by large, showy pink bracts.
Where is Pinckneya bracteata native?: Pinckneya bracteata is native only to Florida, where it grows naturally in wetland areas and swamp margins.
What pollinators visit Fevertree?: Bees and butterflies are attracted to the nectar-rich flowers of Pinckneya bracteata during its spring and early summer bloom period.
What growing conditions does Pinckneya bracteata prefer?: Fevertree grows best in partial sun with consistent moisture, tolerating wet soils better than many other native trees.
Is Fevertree HOA-friendly?: Fevertree takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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