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Tibouchina lepidota 'Ecuador Princess'

Also Known As

  • Ecuador Princess Tibouchina

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 2'-4'

planting zones

  • 9b-11

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Tibouchina lepidota 'Ecuador Princess' plant details

Tibouchina lepidota 'Ecuador Princess' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in acidic soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tibouchina lepidota 'Ecuador Princess'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: melastomataceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: houseplant, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tibouchina lepidota 'Ecuador Princess'

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: acidic

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This dwarf everblooming dwarf Princess Flower produces a non-stop show of the 2" royal purple flowers throughout the year. This Tibouchina has dainty deep green ribbed foliage and a low, well-branched habit making it an outstanding container plant. If grown indoors Tibouchina's may need periodic misting for best performance.

Gardening facts about Tibouchina lepidota 'Ecuador Princess' plant

How to Grow Tibouchina lepidota 'Ecuador Princess'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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