Purple Glory Tree
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.
| 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 |
| 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 |
How many Tibouchina granulosa (Purple Glory Tree) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Tibouchina granulosa (Purple Glory Tree) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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