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Tibouchina granulosa (Purple Glory Tree)

Purple Glory Tree

Tibouchina granulosa, Purple Glory Tree, Flowering Shrub, Purple Flowers

A breathtaking sight when in full bloom, Tibouchina granulosa (Purple Glory Tree) is a large, sprawling, tropical, evergreen shrub or small tree boasting a lush foliage of glossy, dark green leaves, 5-8 in. long (12-20 cm), with prominent longitudinal veins. Deep rose to violet flowers, flaring open to 2 in. across (5 cm), bloom in showy clusters. Blooming intermittently throughout the year, Tibouchina granulosa is quite versatile. It can be trained as a standard or espaliered against a west-facing wall receiving at least five hours of full sun. It can also be trained on a trellis or arbor as a vine. Perfect for the mixed shrub border, as a specimen or in containers.

  • Grows up to 15-20 ft. tall and wide (4-6 m).
  • A full sun lover, this plant is best grown in moist, fertile, well-drained soils. Prefers some afternoon shade in hot summer climates.
  • Propagate by cuttings.
  • Pinching new growth helps increase branching and will enhance the floral display.
  • Keep an eye out for scales and mushroom root rot.
  • Native to Brazil.

Requirements

Hardiness 10 - 11
Plant Type Shrubs, Trees
Plant Family Melastomataceae
Genus Tibouchina
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter
Height 15' - 20' (4.6m - 6.1m)
Spread 15' - 20' (4.6m - 6.1m)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Evergreen
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers
Garden Styles Mediterranean Garden
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Requirements

Hardiness 10 - 11
Plant Type Shrubs, Trees
Plant Family Melastomataceae
Genus Tibouchina
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter
Height 15' - 20' (4.6m - 6.1m)
Spread 15' - 20' (4.6m - 6.1m)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Evergreen
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers
Garden Styles Mediterranean Garden
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