{"product_id":"tibouchina-lilac-time-tibouchina-lilac-time","title":"Tibouchina Lilac Time - Tibouchina 'Lilac Time'","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTibouchina Lilac Time (Tibouchina 'Lilac Time')\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLilac Time softens the tibouchina's royal purple to a tender lilac-mauve - big satin blooms massed over velvet foliage through autumn, on a compact bush that fits real gardens. Gentle colour, generous habits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Why Gardeners Love Tibouchina Lilac Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eSoft lilac blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e - romantic tones rare in tibouchinas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eAutumn peak\u003c\/strong\u003e - flowers when summer stars fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eCompact size\u003c\/strong\u003e - tidy at 1.5-2m, easily kept lower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eVelvet foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e - soft leaves with red autumn tints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eWarm-climate easy\u003c\/strong\u003e - reliable from Sydney north, sheltered further south.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🏡 How to Use Tibouchina Lilac Time in Your Garden\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eFeature shrub\u003c\/strong\u003e - a lilac cloud by the patio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003ePastel borders\u003c\/strong\u003e - the 200mm pack of six runs a soft screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eLarge pots\u003c\/strong\u003e - flowers well contained - the 140mm pack of ten starts a whole scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Planting \u0026amp; Care Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to light shade, sheltered from frost; slightly acidic soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2-1.5m apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Planting Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring through early autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steady moisture in dry spells; feed with camellia food in spring; prune after flowering to keep it full.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e❔ FAQs About Tibouchina Lilac Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen exactly does it flower?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLate summer through autumn mainly, with bonus flushes in warm climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrost tolerance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLight frost with shelter once mature; young plants need protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy prune annually?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTibouchinas flower on new wood - a post-bloom trim doubles next season's show and keeps the velvet coat dense.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":54742720774463,"sku":null,"price":13.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54742720807231,"sku":null,"price":359.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":54742720839999,"sku":null,"price":347.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/tibouchina-lilac-time-tibouchina-lilac-time-13a4c4.jpg?v=1785941274","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/tibouchina-lilac-time-tibouchina-lilac-time","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}