![]() ![]() Find out more about our volunteer programs here. This information was curated by a team of passionate Centennial Parklands volunteers. ‘Alstonville’ puts on a brilliant display of violet/purple flowers in late summer and autumn. The foliage is dark green in colour with a pale reverse. Tibouchina “Alstonville” can be found planted within the circular annual beds of the Column Garden, where it creates a contrast with the seasonal annual displays, before becoming a feature itself in the autumn months. An evergreen shrub or small tree which usually grows to about 5m (15) tall. Tibouchinas tend to like a protected area with some sun and a. Where can Tibouchinas be seen in the Parklands? Tibouchina’s Purple Majesty Tibouchina is a species of shrubs and small trees that include about 300 different species from Brazil. ![]() In Brazil, an infusion of the leaves, stems and flowers of some species are used for stomach problems. In South America people use the masses of purple blooms to decorate churches at Easter. Tibouchina “Alstonville” is so named as Alstonville, on the far north coast of New South Wales, was the first area of Australia where this cultivar was grown. It can be a challenge to grow, but - when planted in just the right spot - the beauty of tibouchina will have people knocking at your door to find out what it is. These trees can be planted openly as a garden or street tree or will also tolerate growing in a tub or planter box. The tropical tibouchina tree is one of the most breathtaking purple-flowering trees in South Florida. Tibouchinas are relatively pest free and, for best results, pruning the plant after flowering will result in a dense growth habit and better flowering in the following year. They prefer a well drained, slightly acidic soil and benefit from adequate watering in the growing season, and will tolerate full sun. They are best suited to temperate and sub-tropical climates free of major frosts. The leaves of this cultivar are small, dark green with a pale green underside and are covered with fine hairs. Tibouchina are most easily recognised during the autumn months when they are covered in small, purple flowers. These trees typically grow to a height of five metres, but can also be trained as a shrub. Pinch tips on young plants to promote bushy growth. Requires pruning to prevent legginess, prune lightly after flowering, prune more heavily in spring. Tibouchina, or Lasiandra, is a small evergreen tree native to south-east Brazil. Tibouchina is a tropical evergreen tree or shrub, with large hairy leaves, deeply veined, and showy purple flowers. Tibouchina, Glory Bush, Lasiandra Botanical name: The Tibouchina is April’s plant of the month ![]()
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