Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
1.5–2.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Blue | Green | ||
| Autumn | Blue | Green | Red | |
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Solanaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Potentially harmful
- All parts can cause severe discomfort if eaten. Wear gloves and wash hands after handling
- Genus
A genus of around 150 diverse species of flowering shrubs, native to tropical America, Asia and the Pacific. They have green foliage and flowers which can be cup or star-shaped in shades of purple, white or pink
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Paraguay, Argentina
How to grow
Cultivation
May survive as a wall-shrub in very mild areas, or grow as a standard in a pot and take under cover for winter. Otherwise grow in a cool greenhouse or conservatory with shade from the brightest sun and moderate humidity. Plants will require support
Propagation
Propagate by seed, or semi-ripe cuttings taken in summer or early autumn and rooted with gentle bottom heat
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Patio and container plants
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Wall side borders
Pruning
Pruning group 9 if freestanding or pruning group 12 as a wall shrub
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids and glasshouse red spider mite whilst under glass
Diseases
Prone to grey moulds under glass
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