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    • Photo of Solanum lasiophyllum by Annie's Annuals & Perennials

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    Solanum lasiophyllum

    Also Known As

    • Flannel Bush

    Plant type

    perennial, fruit / vegetable

    size

    • H: 2'-3'
    • W: 2'-3'

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

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    Solanum lasiophyllum plant details

    Solanum lasiophyllum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial fruit / vegetable with white foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge followed by yellow fruit. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Solanum lasiophyllum

    Plant type: perennial fruit / vegetable
    Plant family: solanaceae
    Foliage: evergreen white
    Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
    Flowers: purple blooms in summer
    Uses: container plant, culinary, edible, rare, tropical-looking

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Solanum lasiophyllum

    USDA Zones: 9a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Impressive, almost white, densely downy leaves and stems are the striking feature of this rare and unusual Australian member of the tomato family. Forming a nice rounded perennial shrub 2-3’ tall, it bears quite showy and large 1.5” purple flowers centers by bright yellow stamens. New growth is also flushed purple. Sounds good, huh? In its native habitat it’s found growing in sandy soil along the coast, so you’ll want to give it good drainage. Fruits are edible!

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Solanum lasiophyllum plant

    How to Grow Solanum lasiophyllum

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • white

    • Flower Color

      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees

    • Fruit

      • yellow

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • fuzzy

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