Tibouchinas originated in South America, where they grow over a wide diversity of climates, and that means they’ll do the same in Australia. They don’t like hard frosts, but give them a warmish spot and they’ll do well from Melbourne to Cairns.

How do I take care of my tibouchina?

Keep the soil moist but not dripping wet. Princess flowers tolerate more moisture, but they also thrive with weekly watering and moist-to-wet soil. Mulch all the plants with an organic, rich mulch to give them nutrients and help keep the soil moist.

Are tibouchina trees fast growing?

This fast growing shrub grows to 2m H. Tibouchina ‘Peace baby’ – White flowers with pink and purple stamens in its centre. Dwarf and compact variety, grows to 60cm H.

Can tibouchina take full sun?

Tibouchina prefers bright, filtered sunlight. In general, direct summer sunlight is just a bit too strong, but it will not flower correctly without at least 6 to 8 hours of bright light a day.

Can tibouchina grow in shade?

Tibouchinas are seen at their purple best in autumn when most are in full flower. These evergreen shrubs or small trees thrive in warm, sheltered gardens that are protected from frost. These are adaptable plants that can grow in full sun or part shade.

How big do tibouchina trees get?

This sprawling, evergreen shrub or small ornamental tree ranges from 10 to 15 feet (20 feet with proper training) in height. Older trees become much wider. It is the easiest tibouchina to train into a tree. It can be trimmed to any size and still put on a vivid flower display.

How big does tibouchina grow?

Tibouchina are flashy tree-shaped shrubs that bloom abundantly in late summer and autumn They can grow up to 8 m tall and have stunning flowers in colours ranging from purple, mauve, pink or white which can be up to 10 cm across. Tibouchinas have tropical origins so they must be grown in frost free conditions.

Are tibouchina Hardy?

Borderline-hardy beauties from South America. The sky is grey, the leaves have mostly fallen and the temperature is dropping, but one plant is currently bringing a splash of tropical colour to the garden: Tibouchina urvilleana (also known as the glory bush).

How much sun does a tibouchina tree need?

Too much sun is a problem for most tibouchinas. They do best in a partly shaded locationa few hours of sunlight, with filtered sun or bright shade the rest of the day, is ideal. This tree can grow to 15 feet but it’s best kept around 8 to 10 feet tall.

Why is my tibouchina tree dying?

Tibouchina Is Dying Because Of Drought.

How often does a tibouchina flower?

Tibouchina ‘Jules’ (Tibouchina ‘Jules’)

A dwarf evergreen shrub, growing to about 1m (3′) high and 1-2m (3-6′) wide. It has small velvet green leaves, and purple flowers from March to May.