Tibouchina Alstonville 5 L Pot
AU$25.00
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Product Details
Tibouchina ‘Alstonville’
Botanical name: Tibouchina ‘Alstonville’
Common names: Alstonville Tibouchina, Glory Bush
Description
Tibouchina ‘Alstonville’ is a fast-growing evergreen shrub renowned for its masses of large, velvety purple flowers and lush green foliage. Flowering from late summer through autumn, and often again in spring under favourable conditions, it creates a spectacular display and attracts bees and butterflies. It is an excellent feature plant, informal hedge, or screening shrub for Perth gardens.
Height & Width
- Height: 2–4 m
- Width: 2–3 m
- Easily maintained smaller with regular pruning.
Sun Requirements (Perth)
- Full sun to part shade.
- Flowers best in full sun with protection from harsh afternoon heat in inland Perth.
Climate
- Well suited to Perth’s Mediterranean climate.
- Performs best in warm, frost-free or lightly frosted areas.
- Protect young plants from severe frost.
Soil
- Prefers fertile, well-drained soil.
- Benefits from compost and organic mulch.
- Avoid heavy, poorly drained soils.
Watering
- Water regularly while establishing.
- Once established, deep watering during hot, dry periods encourages healthy growth and abundant flowering.
Fertiliser
- Apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser in spring.
- Avoid excessive phosphorus if growing near phosphorus-sensitive Australian native plants.
Flowering
- Produces striking deep purple flowers, often with contrasting white stamens.
- Main flowering season is late summer to autumn, with additional blooms possible in spring.
Landscaping Uses
- Feature flowering shrub
- Informal hedge or screen
- Cottage gardens
- Tropical and subtropical gardens
- Large containers
- Wildlife-friendly gardens
Care Tips for Perth
- Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a compact shape and encourage new growth.
- Mulch well to conserve soil moisture.
- Water deeply during extended summer heat.
- Plant in a sheltered position protected from strong winds.
Why Choose Tibouchina ‘Alstonville’?
- Spectacular, long-lasting purple flowers
- Evergreen with lush foliage
- Fast growing and easy to maintain
- Excellent as a hedge, screen, or feature plant
- Attracts bees and other beneficial pollinators
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