I raised seedlings from seed purchased from J. L. Hudson. Good germination. But they are very tender--never could raise them to maturity, even though I lived sw of Houston.

Buchanan's Native Plants in the Houston Heights (11th St.)
small $8.99.

O WOW!!
I am near the Heights area. I am excited to go check this place out, even if it is a small size.
Thanks for your help Mauvegirl.

If you search Texas Garden Web you will find several threads on Jacaranda trees that you might want to check out. Below is one.

Here is a link that might be useful: Winterizing Jacaranda ...

You are welcome! I was hoping you would read my reply. You will love strolling around Buchanan's. Ask about their free rewards program. You earn points for every $20 spent. Throughout the year, there are designated dates to redeem points accumulated. Be sure to go into the bungalow. It's a gift shop with all kinds of goodies (Crabtree & Evelyn soaps, hand lotion, curios, candles)

I bought one at Home depot a couple of years ago and last year the Houston Garden centers had them, taller than me, but that`s not hard, for $19.99. Our survived the freezes with no problem and the one down the street survived Ike.
Tally HO!