Unlike some trees on this list that need to be planted firmly in the ground to thrive, the Purple Orchid Tree does quite well in a container, indoors or out. Smaller pots mean tighter roots, which keep the tree small, so if you want to grow it in a pot, look for one roughly 16 inches across and 14 inches deep until you see how large it will grow.
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Every wedding is unique so we have a great selection of packages to fit your needs. Please e-mail or complete the contact form on our website for details.
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET?
You’ll get 700-1,000+ edited and ready for final print images from a full day wedding package. More if you hire second or third shooters. You will also get anywhere between 100-150 edited images from your Engagement session.
CAN WE PRINT OUR OWN PHOTOS?
Yes of course! All of our packages include high resolution images on a USB flash drive ready for you to print. We also offer professional printing services at a competitive prices, and you’ll also receive low-resolution copies for emailing and web use.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO GET OUR PHOTOS?
It takes approximately 4-6 weeks to get the final images for engagement sessions. For weddings, post-production takes approximate 2-3 months, but you’ll get a sneak peek online within 1-2 weeks of your event. Final images include editing and colour correcting so that all shots are perfect.
ARE ALL THE PHOTOS EDITED?
Yes! Every single photo that you will receive on a USB will go through the same post production process as the images you see on our website.
DO WE GET AN ONLINE GALLERY?
Yes. Every package includes password protected online gallery that is super easy to share with your friends and families. It’s also optimized for tablets and smartphones. You will love it.
CAN YOU HELP US CREATE A WEDDING ALBUM?
Absolutely! All our albums are handcrafted by international vendors! We would love to show you some samples when you come over for your consultation. You can also check out our albums online.
DO YOU REQUIRE A DEPOSIT?
We require a 33% deposit and a signed agreement to reserve your day.
DO YOU PHOTOGRAPH ANYTHING ELSE OTHER THAN WEDDINGS?
Purple Tree Photography specializes in anything wedding related. We recommend checking out our sister companies Caper and Co., August Media and Indigo Events for other photography needs.
DO YOU TRAVEL OUTSIDE OF TORONTO?
Yes, we are worldwide and will travel anywhere. There is a travel fee for any wedding destination more than 60 kilometres, and any engagement location more than 35km from the office.
WHAT HAPPENS IF IT RAINS ON OUR WEDDING DAY?
Some of our best wedding shoots have occurred on rainy days. We know lots of wonderful locations that provide natural light which are perfect for wedding pictures in any type of weather condition.
WHAT METHODS OF PAYMENT DO YOU ACCEPT?
We accept certified cheques, Debit Cards and all major Credit Cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express & Discover.
WHAT EQUIPMENT ARE YOU USING?
We use the latest Canon bodies with only highest quality lenses. Our backup equipment is the same quality gear as our primary equipment.
DO YOU HAVE INSURANCE COVERAGE?
Yes, we have commercial general liability coverage and our property and equipment is also insured.
WE HAVE MORE QUESTIONS. HOW DO WE CONTACT YOU?
Feel free to call us at (647) 977-9215 or via e-mail.
OUR PROCESS
step 1
Fill out the intake form and one of our coordinators will get back to you with our availability along with our detailed pricing guide. Make sure to include your venue. We would love to share a recent full wedding gallery from there to get you inspired!
step 2
Review the pricing guide and our full wedding galleries. Like what you see? Book a virtual or in-person no-obligation consultation with one of our lovely coordinators. In-person meetings take place in our downtown office (Adelaide & Jarvis, next to George Brown College and only a 10 minute walk from the Financial District). We will chat about your style, the wedding day schedule, learn a few things about your family and your bridal party and answer any of the questions you might have at this point.
step 3
At the end of the meeting you will receive the official proposal. Take your time and review everything. We never ask to make any decisions on the spot. Make sure you take your time to review everything, but at the same time don’t sleep on it for too long, especially if your wedding date is within a year. Most of our couples make their decision within a week after the initial consultation.
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Chaste Tree
Scientific Name: Vitex agnus-castus
The second species on our list of trees with purple flowers, like the first, is a bit of a misnomer. The Chaste Tree (Vitex agnus-castus) isn’t a tree at all but rather a fast-growing shrub in the Verbena family.
These tree-like shrubs produce grayish-green, palm-shaped foliage that smells almost as fragrant as its blue and violet flowers, which bloom from early summer into early fall. Hummingbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators are drawn to the Chaste Tree in bloom.
Chaste Trees love dry, well-draining soil. Once established, you’ll probably never have to water it. And the poorer the soil, the better for this tree. They’ll even tolerate a little bit of road salt! Just make sure they get plenty of direct sunlight.
Chaste Trees need to be pruned annually if they don’t die back on their own during severe winter cold (don’t worry – they regrow quickly!). They naturally grow unto a multi-stemmed shrub shape, but nurseries generally prune them back to one stem, and you can, too.
Crape Myrtle
Scientific Name: Lagerstroemia indica
This species of Crape Myrtle produces dense clusters of tiny flowers that resemble crepe paper in texture, which is where the tree got its name. Its dark green foliage contrasts the purple, pink, or red blooms until it turns bright orange in the fall.
Crape Myrtles were once thought to be a tree exclusive to warm, tropical regions, but some cultivars have become rather adaptable to milder temperatures, even as far north as Portland. This purple flowering variety, Indica Crape Myrtle, still loves heat and humidity.
This variety grows best in USDA hardiness zones 7-9, and in colder climates. It will die back to the ground when the weather turns cold, regrowing when the weather is more favorable. If trained as a tree, it’s a little hardier, and its bare winter bark is a stunning mottled color.
Desert Willow
Scientific Name: Chilopsis linearis ‘Burgundy’
The Burgundy Desert Willow isn’t a willow at all, although it does grow in a weeping formation. Its deciduous leaves are long and feathery like a willow’s, too, but that’s where the similarities end.
It grows from 15 to 30 feet tall, and in the spring and summer, the Burgundy Desert Willow produces clusters of fragrant, burgundy trumpet-shaped blooms. Hummingbirds love the scent of these showy blossoms and flock to these trees when they’re in bloom.
Burgundy Desert Willows drought-tolerant trees that like well-draining soils and full sun. They thrive in USDA hardiness zones 8 and 9. Their low moisture requirements make them perfect for rock gardens and xeriscapes.
While they can grow quite large when planted in the ground, Burgundy Desert Willows make excellent container plants, too. Just remember to water them a bit more often if they’re in a container, particularly on the hottest days of summer.
