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Browallia speciosa 'Blue Bells'

Also Known As

  • Amethyst Violet
  • Blue Bells Browalia
  • Bush Violet

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 10a-11

Browallia speciosa 'Blue Bells' plant details

Browallia speciosa 'Blue Bells' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial or perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Browallia speciosa 'Blue Bells'

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Browallia speciosa 'Blue Bells'

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rich violet-blue star shaped blooms are borne continuously on this low bushy plant. A great choice for containers and the shaded garden. A frost tender tropical perennial.

Gardening facts about Browallia speciosa 'Blue Bells' plant

How to Grow Browallia speciosa 'Blue Bells'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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