A spectacular glory bush that erupts in masses of velvety royal-purple flowers in autumn over softly hairy foliage. Fast-growing and showy, best in warm, frost-free gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 4 m H × 3 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Alstonville Tibouchina
Tibouchina 'Alstonville' is a fast-growing shrub in the Melastomataceae family. It reaches around 4 m tall and 3 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Purple flowers appear in autumn.
Where to grow Alstonville Tibouchina
Alstonville Tibouchina suits subtropical and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Alstonville Tibouchina does best in free-draining and acidic soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Alstonville Tibouchina does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed as new growth begins, following the rate on a balanced garden fertiliser. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Prune Alstonville Tibouchina after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. For most gardens, maintenance is moderate maintenance.
Using Alstonville Tibouchina in the garden
Alstonville Tibouchina earns its place for a feature or specimen planting, drawing nectar-feeding birds into the garden and feeding bees and pollinators.
Companion planting & design
Alstonville Tibouchina sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to regular, moderate watering and subtropical climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Alstonville Tibouchina
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