Description
Botanical Name: Tibouchina lepidota
Gorgeous vibrant royal-purple blossoms.
This is a great plant to show off from spring until fall.
Flower Color: Royal Purple
Flowering Date: Most all of the year
Heavy Bloomer during the warmer months.
Easy to grow!
Water: Water regularly, Do not overwater
Use: Excellent container bloomer.
Mature Height: 8-10 feet.
Soil: Adaptable to most soils; Prefers dry, well-drained soil
Light Exposure: Part Sun / Partial Shade
Growth Rate: Average
Trimming: Occasional for shaping. Winter thinning, wait until spring to trim back.
Feeding: Fertilize 3 times a year – spring, summer, and fall – with a good-quality granular fertilizer as this plant is a heavy bloomer
Hardy Zones: 9-10
Lauren (verified owner) –
I just received my plant and it’s huge and beautiful. It arrived with no flowers or buds, but it looks very healthy. I do wish it came with a little instruction on where and how to plant it.
Josie (verified owner) –
Planted them immediately!