Sanchezia speciosa 'Tahitian Breeze'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4'-10'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

9a-11

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Sanchezia speciosa 'Tahitian Breeze' plant details

Sanchezia speciosa 'Tahitian Breeze' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter orange and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sanchezia speciosa 'Tahitian Breeze'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: acanthaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sanchezia speciosa 'Tahitian Breeze'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sanchezia speciosa 'Tahitian Breeze this beautiful plant can really grab the eye in any garden. A tropical shrub from the lowlands of tropical South and Central America. The flowers are yellow and tubular held out on spikes and usually have a orange base that they emerge from. A mature plant can grow 8 or 10 feet tall but has stayed miniature if regularly trimmed. A great plant for containers or tropical landscapes. Should make a great house plant in a sunny window. Foliage: Green and yellow striped foliage 4 to 6 inches long oval shape Flowers: Yellow tubular flowers from orange brackets Height: 4 to 10 feet tall