Cestrum elegans

Also Known As

Cestrum purpurea
Cestrum purpureum
Purple Jasmine

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Cestrum elegans plant details

Cestrum elegans is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cestrum elegans

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, rare, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cestrum elegans

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

CESTRUM PURPUREUM - PURPLE JASMINE - An erect or arching shrub, perennial in zones 9-10. Very showy metallic tubular flowers in clusters, blooming in late summer. Thriving on heat and humidity. grows to 3-5' tall. Absolutely stunning, rare, unusual.