Melastoma affine
Also Known As
- Blue Tongue
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 2'-4'
- W: 4'-6'
planting zones
- 8b-11
Melastoma affine plant details
Melastoma affine is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter lavender and pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in average soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Melastoma affine
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: melastomataceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
GROWING CONDITIONS for Melastoma affine
- USDA Zones: 8b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
An evergreen, medium shrub. Paired, mid green leaves (10cm), are held on slender, woody branches. Throughout the year, large (7cm) saucer shaped, lilac pink flowers are freely produced. Only prune when necessary, will form a dense dome if left to its own devices.
By: Zephs
Gardening facts about Melastoma affine plant
How to Grow Melastoma affine
Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- lavender
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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