Quick Highlights 
Botanical Name: Cordia sebestena
Common Name(s): Geiger Tree, Scarlet Cordia, Orange Cordia
Available Height (Range): 4–15 ft
Category: Trees + Ornamental / Timber / Avenue
Growth Habit: Evergreen to semi-evergreen, fast-growing
Best Use: Hotels, resorts, farmhouses, colonies, parks, roadsides, gardens
Climate Suitability: Grows well in tropical and subtropical climates; performs best in warm, sunny conditions
Maintenance: Low to Moderate – requires regular watering during establishment and minimal pruning

The Geiger Tree (Cordia sebestena) is a highly attractive ornamental and avenue tree known for its bright orange-red flowers and dense green foliage. It is widely planted in landscaping projects due to its striking appearance and adaptability. With a manageable height of 4 to 15 ft, the Geiger Tree fits perfectly into gardens, parks, resorts, and roadside plantations. Its fast-growing nature and vibrant flowering make it a preferred choice for both residential and commercial landscapes in India.

This tree is admired not only for its visual appeal but also for its shade-giving canopy and hardy nature. Landscapers and gardeners appreciate the Geiger Tree because it establishes quickly and enhances the overall look of outdoor spaces. It is suitable for modern landscaping designs as well as traditional garden layouts. The Geiger Tree performs well in open areas with good sunlight and becomes a focal point when planted as a standalone ornamental tree or in rows along avenues.

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Geiger Tree Features

• Attractive, large, rough-textured green leaves that add lushness to landscapes
• Produces vibrant orange-red flowers that bloom throughout the year in warm climates
• Fast-growing tree, ideal for quick landscape development
• Suitable for avenue planting, gardens, parks, and institutional spaces
• Provides moderate shade, making outdoor areas more comfortable
• Hardy and tolerant of heat and coastal conditions
• Can be grown as a small tree or trained for ornamental use

Geiger Tree Applications

The Geiger Tree is widely used in outdoor landscaping and urban plantation projects. It is commonly planted along roadsides, in parks, residential colonies, and institutional campuses. Due to its eye-catching flowers, it is a popular choice for hotels, resorts, and farmhouses where visual impact is important. The tree also works well in large home gardens and villas, where it enhances curb appeal and adds seasonal color.

In avenue plantations, the Geiger Tree creates a uniform and attractive green corridor. Municipal bodies and developers prefer this tree for city beautification projects because of its low maintenance and long flowering period. It is also suitable for coastal landscaping, as it tolerates salty air and sandy soils better than many other ornamental trees.

Geiger Tree Benefits

Air Quality Improvement: Helps improve outdoor air quality by absorbing pollutants
Ornamental Value: Bright flowers and lush foliage enhance landscape beauty
Fast Establishment: Grows quickly and provides early visual results
Shade Provider: Offers comfortable shade in gardens and open spaces
Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care once established
Multi-Purpose Tree: Used for ornamental planting, avenue development, and light timber applications

Additional Insights

The Geiger Tree holds an important place in modern landscaping due to its versatility and aesthetic value. In India, the demand for ornamental and avenue trees like Cordia sebestena is increasing as cities focus more on green infrastructure and sustainable landscaping. This tree supports eco-friendly development by adding greenery, reducing heat, and improving the visual environment of urban and semi-urban areas.

At Saharanpur Nursery, we grow and supply high-quality Geiger Trees suitable for all types of landscaping projects. Our plants are naturally grown, healthy, and available in different sizes to meet diverse project requirements. Whether you need a few plants for a garden or bulk quantities for large-scale landscaping, we ensure reliable supply and consistent quality at wholesale prices.

Why Buy from Saharanpur Nursery?

• Bulk supply at wholesale prices
• Wide range of ornamental, timber, and avenue trees
• Nationwide delivery and global exports
• Trusted by architects, developers, landscapers, and government contractors
• Healthy, naturally grown plants with strong root systems

The Geiger Tree is an excellent choice for anyone looking to enhance outdoor spaces with vibrant color, greenery, and structure. Its ornamental appeal, fast growth, and low maintenance make it one of the best landscaping trees in India. Whether for parks, resorts, colonies, or avenue plantations, this tree adds long-lasting beauty and value to any project.

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