Dwarf Tibouchina - Princess Flower |
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Melastomataceae Tibouchina Lepidota none |
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Grows In | Zone 9A · 20° to 25° F through Zone 10B · 35° to 40° F |
Sun Exposure | Full / Mostly Sun, Morning Sun / Evening Shade, Dappled Light / Filtered Sun |
Soil Drainage | Well Drained |
Resistent To | Deer Resistant, Insect, Disease, Heat |
Flower Color | Purple, Violet |
Blooms | Summer Blooms, Fall Blooms |
Foliage Color | Medium Green |
Average Height | 1' to 2' |
Average Width | 1' to 2', 2' to 3' |
Attracts | Butterflies, Visual Attention |
Fragrances | None |
NOTICE: We do not ship our tropical plants to a location unless and until low temperatures are above 55 degrees Fahrenheit
Noteworthy Characteristics
If you like the color purple, Tibouchina is one plant you'll certainly want to add to your garden. The most significant element of all Tibouchina plants, also known as Princess Flower or Glory Bush, is the strange shape of the stamens on it's soft, purple flowers. Each stamen extends out and then develops a scimitar-like structure that is used as a “landing pad” for insects that collect the pollen on their feet. This dwarf form grows to only 24 to 30 inches tall. Prefers some shade during the hottest part of the day.
Uses
A great little shrub for the front of the border. Also does well in containers with good potting mix and the right amount of water. Just keep soil slightly moist, not constantly soggy. Can be overwintered indoors in zones north of where it is hardy.
USDA Zones : 10-11 (9b?)
Plant Type: Tropical Shrub
Height: 2-2.5'
Width: 2.5'
Sun / Light Needs: Full to Mostly Sun is preferred for fullest growth and best flowering
Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soils. You can water regularly if needed but the plant does not like constantly soggy soil
Water Needs: Average
Fertilizer Needs: 3 times a year in spring, summer and fall with a granular flower boosting fertilizer
Maintenance: Low. Occasional trimming for shaping after the bloom cycles is recommended to keep plants full
Flower Color: Purple
Bloom Season: Repeatedly during Summer and Fall
Fragrance: None
Attracts: Butterflies and pollinating insects
Resistances: Heat, Humidity
Salt Tolerance: Slight, but not recommended where there is heavy salt air
Houseplant Usage: Can be overwintered indoors or in greenhouse
How To Overwinter Tropical Plants Indoors