Davidia involucrata 'Sonoma'

Handkerchief Tree, Dove Tree

Hardy Tree

FROM £114.99

Rare selection which flowers in only 2-3 years!

Covered in large white 'handkerchief' bracts in May

Iconic tree like no other!

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1 x 7.5 Litre Potted Plant (Height 50cm+)

£114.99

1 x 18 Litre Potted Plant (Height 125cm+)

£279.99

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No need to wait two decades to see this magnificent Handkerchief Tree coming into flower! Davidia involucrata 'Sonoma' is a very special and rare form of this iconic tree which produces very large bracts on plants only 2-3 years old. It will slowly grow into a medium-sized, conical tree or multi-stemmed bush with orange-brown peeling bark and large, heart-shaped green leaves that often turn yellow in autumn. The pendulous, white bracts with a ball of flowers at their centre appear in May and are one of the most impressive spectacles of the plant world! Height: 15m (49ft). Spread: 10m (33ft).

Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.

Plant Size Height Up to 15m (49ft)
Spread Up to 10m (33ft)

Hardiness & Longevity Hardy Tree

Ideal For specimen plantwoodland garden

Position In sun or semi shade

Flowering Months

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Codes
1 x 18 Litre Potted Plant (Height 125cm+) (KF3174)
1 x 7.5 Litre Potted Plant (Height 50cm+) (KF3175)

Grow Davidia involcrata in rich fertile, moist, well drained soil. Choose a position in full sun or semi shade with shelter from strong winds. Prior to planting, incorporate plenty of well rotted manure or garden compost into the soil to improve its structure and fertility.

In the first few years after planting, water Handkerchief Trees regularly, particularly during dry periods until they are fully established. Davidia trees will naturally form a handsome conical shaped tree provided that a strong central leader is maintained during its formative years. No pruning is required except to remove any damaged or poorly placed branches in winter if necessary.

Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.

Orders for packets of seed incur a delivery charge of £2.99.

Orders which include any other products will incur a delivery charge of £6.99.

Where an order includes both packets of seeds and other products, a maximum delivery charge of £7.99 will apply - regardless of the number of items ordered.

Large items may incur a higher delivery charge - this will be displayed in your shopping basket.

Please see our Delivery page for further details, and more information on different charges that may apply to certain destinations.

For more information on how we send your plants please visit our Helpful Guide on plant sizes.