A compact, dwarf glory bush covered in deep purple flowers in autumn on a neat rounded frame. Perfect for pots and small gardens where larger tibouchinas would be too big.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 1 m H × 1 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Jules Tibouchina
Tibouchina 'Jules' is a moderate-growing shrub in the Melastomataceae family. It reaches around 1 m tall and 1 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Purple flowers appear in autumn.
Where to grow Jules Tibouchina
Jules 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
Jules Tibouchina does best in free-draining and acidic soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Jules Tibouchina 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 Jules Tibouchina after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Jules Tibouchina in the garden
Jules Tibouchina earns its place for a feature or specimen planting, pots and courtyard containers and drawing nectar-feeding birds into the garden. 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 Jules Tibouchina 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
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Jules Tibouchina
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