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Princess Flower 180MM

Tibouchina x hybrid 'Hypnotic Baby'

I am Princess Flower. My family originated from Mexico, the Caribbean, and South America.

Habit Shrub - Mesmerising Blooms
Plant family Melastomataceae
I'm a beautiful evergreen compact shrub, producing hypnotic electric purple flowers with pink stamens throughout the warmer months. My blooms are set against deep green foliate with copper toning. With a naturally tidy and compact I have been bred to perform well wherever I am planted in the garden with little to no maintenance. I don’t need much water and require minimal pruning or trimming. I'm hardy and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and can thrive in almost any climate. I'm disease resistant and tolerate most soil types. I am just has happy growing in a pot or other container as I am garden planted. If you're looking for a beautiful, low-maintenance plant that can handle a range of climates, then I'm the perfect choice for your home garden!
I am popular and will make you happy because...
I am an excellent at introducing a tropical feel gardens & make a great feature plant
I produce prolific electric-purple blooms with destinctive stamens in all but the coldest months
I perform well potted and in containers, a great way to brighten a well lit indoor area or patio
Features
Ideal light: Full Sun to Part ShadeI thrive in full sun to part shade and can be brought indoors for short periods in a well lit position
Height: 0.5m Width: 0.8m
Water needs: Low (once established)I require minimimal water once established
Hardy, tolerant of most soils, I am fast growing and cope dry conditions and extremes of temperature
Frost tolerance: Medium

Plant features

Cut flowers Coastal tolerant Electric Purple flowers Green foliage Flowers Jan-May
Plant me:
  • In garden beds and general landscaping
  • In pots and other containers
  • Indoors in bright light
Tips for success

I have naturally good form but can be pruned to shape and to improve bushiness if desired

Suggested spacing: 0.5m apart.

Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun)

Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.

Enjoy the fragrant foliage or flowers.

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Ask your retailer for Princess Flower by Southern Plants. Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Availability in individual stores varies; contact your retailer before visiting.
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Princess Flower

Tibouchina x hybrid 'Hypnotic Baby'

Small Spaces™ · Southern Plants

Pot size: 180mm

Product code: TIBHYB18S

Barcode: 9319711058325

Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Ask your retailer for this Southern Plants plant and pot size; availability in individual stores varies.