Tibouchina ‘Purple Star’
Tibouchina ‘Purple Star’ is a compact flowering shrub celebrated for its vivid star-shaped purple blooms and lush evergreen foliage. It delivers bold colour and a refined shape, making it ideal for adding impact to gardens without taking up too much space.
🌱 Why Gardeners Love Tibouchina ‘Purple Star’
✔ Star-shaped purple flowers - Produces eye-catching blooms with strong visual appeal.
✔ Compact growth habit - Perfect for smaller gardens and controlled plantings.
✔ Evergreen foliage - Provides year-round greenery and structure.
✔ Extended flowering season - Flowers repeatedly through the warmer months.
✔ Low-maintenance shrub - Reliable and easy to care for once established.
🏡 How to Use Tibouchina ‘Purple Star’ in Your Garden
✅ Feature planting - Creates a striking focal point when in full flower.
✅ Garden beds and borders - Adds colour and contrast to mixed plantings.
✅ Large pots and containers - Ideal for patios, courtyards, and balconies.
✅ Subtropical-style gardens - Complements lush, colourful planting schemes beautifully.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Plant 80cm to 1 meter apart to allow natural development. Planting slightly closer creates a fuller look sooner, so consider adding extra plants for instant impact.
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Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is spring or autumn.
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Mulching & Fertilising: This plant thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.
❔ FAQs About Tibouchina ‘Purple Star’
Does Tibouchina ‘Purple Star’ flower for a long time?
Yes, it produces flowers over an extended period through spring and summer.
Is it suitable for small gardens?
Yes, its compact habit makes it ideal for smaller spaces.
Does it need full sun?
It grows best in full sun to part shade.
How big does it grow?
It typically reaches around 1.5 to 2 meters tall and wide.
Can it be grown in pots?
Yes, it performs very well in large pots with good drainage.
🌿 Ready to Transform Your Garden?
Don’t wait, add Tibouchina ‘Purple Star’ to your garden now and enjoy bold colour with effortless care!