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| Category: Shrub |
| Family: Solanaceae (Potatoes, tomatoes, peppers) |
| Origin: Brazil (South America) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: Lavender |
| Bloomtime: Spring |
| Fragrant Flowers: Yes |
| Synonyms: 'Magnifica' |
| Height: 3-4 feet |
| Width: 3-4 feet |
| Exposure: Light Shade/Part Sun |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): High Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 30-32° F |
| May be Poisonous (More Info): Yes |
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Brunfelsia pauciflora 'Macrantha' (Royal Purple Brunfelsia) - A sprawling evergreen shrub to 3-4 feet tall and as wide. In spring, and often repeating in fall appear the 2-4 inches wide deep lavender flowers with white centers and wavy-edged petals. A very attractive plant for well-watered lightly-shaded areas in the garden. This robust variety has large leaves to 8 inches long by 2 1/2 inches wide and larger flowers than typical Brunfelsia giving it a somewhat tropical appearance. It is also more tender to frost, not as upright in habit and has been noted to have much higher fertilizer requirements than other Brunfelsia. Southern California gardeners have recommended regularly feeding this plant from late December through the bloom period with an ample amount of a well-balanced (20-20-20) fertilizer. Plant in a well-drained soil with light shade and irrigate regularly. Hardy to about 30-32 degrees F although it can sprout back from the ground after temperatures in the mid 20s . Prune in winter or after spring bloom to keep plants fuller. Makes a great large container plant.
The information about Brunfelsia pauciflora 'Macrantha' displayed on this web page is based on our research conducted in the nursery's horticultural library and from reliable online resources. We also include observations made about it as it grows in our nursery gardens and other gardens we have visited, as well how the crops have performed in containers in our nursery field. We will also incorporate comments we receive from others and welcome hearing from anyone with additional information, particularly if they can share cultural information that would aid others in growing this plant. |
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