A fragrant shrub whose flowers open deep purple, fade to lavender then white, so all three shades appear together. Sweetly scented in spring; all parts are toxic, especially to dogs.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 2 m H × 1.8 m W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow
Brunfelsia latifolia is a moderate-growing shrub in the Solanaceae family. It reaches around 2 m tall and 1.8 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Purple and white flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow
Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow suits subtropical, tropical and warm-temperate climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow does best in free-draining, acidic and loamy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow is regular, moderate watering. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow in the garden
Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow earns its place for a feature or specimen planting, its fragrance and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and subtropical climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew. All parts can be toxic if eaten, so keep it away from small children.
Buying Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow
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