Brunfelsia pauciflora 'Macrantha'

Also Known As

Brunfelsia magnifica
Brunfelsia pauciflora 'Magnificent'
Magnificent Brunfelsia
Magnificent Yesteday, Today, and Tomorrow

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

9a-11

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Brunfelsia pauciflora 'Macrantha' plant details

Brunfelsia pauciflora 'Macrantha' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer blue, lavender, purple and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Brunfelsia pauciflora 'Macrantha'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: blue, lavender, purple and white blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, fragrant, houseplant, long-blooming, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Brunfelsia pauciflora 'Macrantha'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and seaside / salt
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This large flowered Magnificent Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow boasts larger 3-4" purple blooms which last for 3-4 days slowly changing from purple, thru lavender, to white and may be found in flower throughout much of the year. A more vigorous growing and larger leaved variety with rounded leaf tips and rich medium to dark green foliage. Evergreen in the mildest climates.