Botanical name
Tibouchina ‘Jules’
Common name
Lasiandra, Glory Bush, Tibouchina, Jules
Tibouchina ‘Jules’ description
Tibouchina ‘Jules’ is an evergreen shrub with large, vivid purple flowers, square stems and velvety, veined green leaves. Jules grows to 1m x 1m making it an ideal addition to most warm gardens.
These shrubs are a sight to be seen when in flower with the whole plant covered in blooms which appear from late Spring through Summer.
Climate
Warm temperate, sub-tropical, tropical
Plant cultivation and care
Full sun to part-shade in a sheltered position works best. Protect from winds and frost and water well during the hotter months. Soil should contain plenty of organic matter and be a neutral to slightly acid pH.
Plant use
Colourful gardens, shrubberies, borders
Pruning
Tibouchina ‘Jules’ does not need much in the way of pruning. Tip prune and remove dead flower heads after flowering for a bushier growth habit.
Pests and diseases
No specific pests or diseases.
