Royal Poinciana – Delonix Regia

Buy the Royal Poinciana (Delonix regia) in Dubai & UAE — one of the world’s most spectacular flowering shade trees, also called the Flame Tree or Gulmohar, famed for its blazing canopy of scarlet-orange blooms and graceful, fern-like foliage. Discover more in our plants & trees collection, or browse the full outdoor plants range.

Why Grow Royal Poinciana in the UAE

The Royal Poinciana is a true showpiece for large UAE gardens, parks and avenues. It thrives in heat and creates a broad, umbrella-like canopy that delivers wonderful shade, then erupts into a breathtaking display of flame-red and orange flowers in late spring and summer. Its delicate, feathery foliage adds elegance year-round.

Key Benefits

• Spectacular canopy of scarlet-orange flame-coloured blooms
• Broad, umbrella-shaped crown offering excellent shade
• Delicate, fern-like foliage with a graceful appearance
• Outstanding feature, avenue or parkland tree
• Heat tolerant and fast-growing in UAE conditions

Care Tips for the UAE

• Sunlight: Full sun for the best flowering and canopy growth.
• Watering: Deep, regular watering while young; drought tolerant once established.
• Soil: Well-draining soil; tolerates a range of UAE soils.
• Feeding: Feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring and summer.
• Pruning: Prune while young to build a strong framework; give it ample space to spread.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the Royal Poinciana flower? It bursts into flame-red and orange bloom mainly in late spring and summer, creating a dramatic seasonal display.

How big does it grow? It forms a broad, spreading tree of around 8–12 metres with an even wider umbrella-like canopy, so it needs plenty of space.

Is it suitable for UAE gardens? Yes — it loves heat and is one of the most popular flowering shade trees across the region.

Do you deliver across the UAE? Yes, Souq Garden delivers across the UAE with free delivery on orders over AED 200.