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planting pride of barbados seed pods Pride of Barbados

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planting pride of barbados seed pods Pride of BarbadosCaesalpinia pulcherrima Caesalpinia pulcherrima, affectionately known as the peacock flower or Barbados Pride, is a beautiful and fast growing shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 feet when grown as a shrub or even 20 feet tall as a tree! Originating from tropical America, particularly the West Indies, its loved all over the world for its stunning long blooms of colorful flowers that appear in upright clusters on its prickly branches. The

Caesalpinia pulcherrima 

Caesalpinia pulcherrima, affectionately known as the peacock flower or Barbados Pride, is a beautiful and fast-growing shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 feet when grown as a shrub or even 20 feet tall as a tree! Originating from tropical America, particularly the West Indies, it’s loved all over the world for its stunning long blooms of colorful flowers that appear in upright clusters on its prickly branches. The charming bowl-shaped flowers, with five petals each, bloom beautifully from spring through fall in clusters that range from 4 to 8 inches long and can boast up to 40 flowers in tropical areas. You’ll be captivated by the vibrant orange-yellow petals that contrast beautifully with the elongated dark red stamens. This lovely shrub is also known as dwarf poinciana because its flowers resemble those of the royal poinciana, albeit on a smaller scale.

The leaves are lush and feathery, displaying a twice-pinnate arrangement in a lovely green hue, although they may become deciduous at the edges of their growing range. Each leaf typically has 6 to 10 pairs of leaflets, with each leaflet featuring 5 to 8 smaller pinnae. After flowering, it produces striking oblong, flat seed pods that can grow 2.5 to 4 inches long, each containing 8 to 10 dark brown to black seeds that are ejected as the pods split open at maturity. The shrub is adorned with sharp prickles along its stems, which gives it the playful nickname of Barbados flower fence, as it’s often used in the West Indies as a flowering barrier. Interestingly, green seed pods are also enjoyed as a cooked delicacy in Mexico.

Thriving in full sun with medium moisture in fertile, well-drained soils, it’s perfect for USDA Zones 9-11 and shows good winter hardiness in these zones. The flowers shine brightest in full sun but can handle a little light shade too. Once established, this drought-tolerant beauty is easy to care for and can be shaped with pruning as needed. It typically withstands temperatures down to 30 degrees F and occasionally tolerates brief dips into the high 20s, showcasing its resilience.

Height: 10’-20'
Spread: 6’-10'
Bloom: Summer-Fall
Light: Full Sun
Water: Low
Zone: 9-11
Origin: Tropical Americas

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I received this on May 23rd and on June 8th, after playing with this thing every day, our recently acquired 36 lb dog finally ripped it open and got out all the plastic and the squeaky part. Lily Belle will miss you, chicken. Lily loooooved this toy! She'd toss it in the air, chew on it, pull it with her teeth etc. but as much as she loved it, we won't replace it. It's just not durable enough for her. If your dog is an aggressive chewer, you might want to try a different toy. I hate that this lasted just a smidge over two weeks because Lily seemed to truly enjoy this toy. RIP, squeaky chicken!
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This toy has been one of my dog’s absolute favorites. He gets excited every time he sees it and will carry it around the house, toss it in the air, and keep himself entertained for a long time. The shape and texture seem perfect for him, and it quickly became one of his go-to toys over everything else in his basket. What I really like is that it holds up reasonably well for the price. It’s definitely not indestructible, and after a lot of play, it will sometimes start to rip—usually around the feet first since that’s where my dog tends to grab and chew the most. But honestly, considering how affordable it is, I don’t mind replacing it when needed. It’s inexpensive enough that rebuying feels worth it because he genuinely loves it that much. I’d rather keep buying a toy he is obsessed with than spend more on something that just sits untouched. It’s fun, cute, and keeps him happy, which is what matters most. Overall, I’d definitely recommend it for dogs who love plush toys and playful chewing.
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Color: Crinkle Chicken (Brown), Size: Large, Color: Crinkle Chicken (Brown), Size: Large
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