TIBOUCHINA paratropica
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TIBOUCHINA paratropica
Commonly known as Glory bush
(now Chaetogastra paratropica) - masses of pinkish buds opening pinkish-white. Greenhouse only for this rare species
£16.50 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Can be grown in a large container and moved into shelter late in the year but safer grown under glass as outside likely to die back to its rootstock. Suits a wall or pillar in a conservatory -
Pests & Diseases
Red spider mites, aphids, oedema -
EvergreenVeined leaves, bristly hairy beneath and along the margins
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Pale pink -
Saucer-shaped
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Greenhouse / conservatoryNot the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winterUse loam-based compost (JI No.3) in full light with shade from hot sun. Might require restrictive pruning
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Tender (greenhouse & conservatory)
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Elliptic
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Lanceolate
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
1m (39in))
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightDowny shrub with round to 4-angular stems. Produces small flowers with conspicuous yellow stamens
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Pruning group 6
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouse
Tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen. Except in frost-free inner-city areas or coastal extremities requires glasshouse conditions. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 1°C (34°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
1m (39in))
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