Tibouchina urvilleana
Princess Flower
Description
The Princess Flower is a rangy, loosely constructed evergreen shrub with oval, velvety leaves that are 3"-6" in length. Dramatic, 3" wide royal purple flowers form at the ends of the branches during the warm season. When grown in the warmer valley areas, this plant prefers protection from hot, drying winds.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
Blue, Purple
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Intermittent
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Tropical
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Shrub Border, Patio, Park, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Container
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.