Tropicals & Tender Perennials: The first havest, 0 by SherryLike

SherryLike wrote:
Not sure who to address, Brugie?, but thanks!! I have no idea what variety it is, it was a tiny baby in very late spring 2002 when I planted it, it grew big and tall but didn't seem to really thrive in the area, so I moved it this spring 2003. Forgot about it and about 2 months ago, I looked across the yard and thought 'what the heck is that', sure 'nuff, there it was 8 or 9 feet tall, NICE sized trunks, no blossoms. About a month ago, I was in the same area and nearly swooned, the fragrance was wonderful and when I looked up it was in full bloom. Mostly yellow blossoms, with some that were apricot (pic attached) and they turned a darker 'red'. The only others I've seen have been bushes, mine must be a different variety, huh?? It's entirely too large to bring inside, the part in the ground is, I'd say 3 or 4 feet, maybe just 3 feet, large trunks. And, after all, it was fine last year with no special care and this year, I'll mulch it well and put a light on it, if it gets really cold for any length of time. I opened one of the pods tonight and it looked like poached white fish, no seeds. Waddayathink?? Any use saving it?? Might you be able to tell me what variety I have via the photo?? I sincerely appreciate your interest!!! SherryLike

PS - I know my pods weren't ready because I had to use a knife to remove it from the tree. I feared it would freeze if I left it but, boy, do I wish I had, it was 70 degrees today, whew!!