St. Pete’s “pink tree” is in full bloom

The tree is located in the Coffee Pot Bayou.

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Make driving by the pink trumpet tree a new yearly tradition.

Photo by @stpetefl

Hello, gorgeous. The jewel of Coffee Pot Bayou has bloomed.

Every spring, a massive pink Tabebuia tree planted in the Old Northeast Neighborhood produces hundreds of bright rose blossoms. Also called the “pink trumpet tree,” the species is native to the West Indies and Puerto Rico, according to the University of Florida.

This weekend, consider taking a scenic bike ride or stroll down the public walking path along the water in the historic neighborhood. We recommend ending your adventure with a hammock sesh at North Shore Park or a drink at the Old Northeast Tavern .

It’s worth noting that the tree is on private property. Make sure to take photos from the street or the nearby sidewalk, not the yard itself.

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Bailey is based in St. Petersburg, FL, but hails from Ocala: the “horse capitol of the world.” Previously, she reported on education for WUSF Public Media, seniors for The Tampa Bay Times, and local government and communities for The Miami Herald and The Palm Beach Post. Happiest with sand on her sneakers, she loves visiting new parks and neighborhoods.
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