Thunbergia to Tradescantia

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Unless noted otherwise, there is a maximum limit of 3 for each kind of plant, but order as many different varieties as you wish. We grow many different plants, but we don't grow a lot of any one kind. However, if you need more than 3 of a certain variety, please send us an email. We might be able to accommodate your request.

	Thunbergia erecta Code: 66160 Price: $7.50 Quantity in Basket: none
King's Mantle. Three inch bluish purple flowers with yellow-orange throats. Small leaves, compact, shrubby, upright. Tropical Africa. Hardy to 30F. Acanthaceae
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	Thunbergia erecta 'Alba' Code: 66162 Price: $7.50 Quantity in Basket: none
A beautiful pure white form of the species, nodding flowers with yellow-orange throat. Compact. Flowers repeatedly throughout the year. 30F. Acanthaceae
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	Thunbergia erecta 'Granada Purple' Code: 66164 Price: $7.50 Quantity in Basket: none
(Syn.: Thunbergia erecta 'Blue Moon'). Much larger than the species, flowers are violet purple with a yellow throat. Dark green glossy foliage. Possibly a sport of Thunbergia erecta or more likely the species Thunbergia affinis from Africa. For other thunbergias, see listings under Vines and Climbers. Acanthaceae
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	Tibouchina grandifolia Code: 66324 Price: $8.50 Quantity in Basket: none
(Misapplied: Tibouchina grandiflora), Giant Tibouchina, Large Leaf Glory Flower. Sometimes sold as Tibouchina grandiflora, an incorrect name for this very large-leafed Tibouchina, which is popular in Florida. Huge furry ovate leaves frame a spectacular display of 1½ inch dark purple flowers produced on large panicles in late summer into fall. Will grow 5 to 6 feet tall in partial shade. Similar to Tibouchina heteromalla but leaves much larger. From Brazil. USDA zones 10 - 11. Melastomataceae
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	Tibouchina heteromalla Code: 66323 Price: $8.50 Quantity in Basket: none
Large Leafed Glory Bush. Spectacular 4 by 7 inch ovate green leaves with silvery undersides. 1½ inch purple flowers are borne in showy, upright clusters in spring and summer. This large leaved species blooms well in Northern California, prefering cool coastal climates. A beautiful foliage plant even when out of bloom. It makes a fine container specimen. Brazil. Melastomataceae
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	Tibouchina urvilleana Code: 66320 Price: $8.50 Quantity in Basket: none
(Syn.: Tibouchina semidecandra), Princess Flower. One of the most free flowering, with clusters of large 3 inch iridescent royal purple flowers and velvety 3 to 6 inch long leaves. Our plants are from selected large flowered forms in cultivation in Hawaii, and are especially showy. Excellent outdoors in California and other mild climates. In flower much of the year, spectacular in summer and fall. Brazil. 27F. Melastomataceae
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	Tibouchina urvilleana 'Athens Blue' Code: 90188 Price: $9.50 Quantity in Basket: none
(Syn.: Tibouchina urvilleana 'Compacta'), Athens Blue Princess Flower. NEW! 2009 - This is a refined more compact selection of the princess flower with a more tightly branching habit. Profusion of royal purple flowers from late spring through fall. This evergreen shrub with dark green velvety leaves and reddish venation can grow to 7 feet and wide unpruned. Plant in a protected location in full sun or part shade. Needs regular watering, rich organic soil, and feeding with acid-type fertilizer. Mulch to keep the roots cool. Attracts butterflies. USDA zones 9b - 11. Melastomataceae
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	Tibouchina urvilleana 'Edwardsii' Code: 90189 Price: $8.50 Quantity in Basket: none
Edwards Princess Flower, Glory Bush. NEW! 2009 - An improved cultivar of Australian origin selected for its 3 inch satiny flowers of rich deep purple and a more compact growth habit. Blooms in summer and fall. Leaves of a beautiful velvety nature. Makes a superb patio plant, growing 2 to 3 feet in a container. Plant in full sun with rich, well-drained, slightly acidic soil and plenty of moisture. Protect from frost. USDA zones 9b - 11. Species native to southern Brazil. Melastomataceae
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	Tradescantia 'Baby Bunny Bellies' Code: 80088 Price: $7.50 Quantity in Basket: none
Trailing wandering jew with velvety green leaves and soft downy purple undersides like a baby rabbit's belly. Must be touched to appreciate its silky texture. A wonderful trailing plant for baskets, mixed patio containers, or ground cover. Grows 4 to 8 inches in full or partial sun. Easily propagated from cuttings. Commelinaceae
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	Tradescantia pallida 'Kartuz Giant' Code: 71948 Price: $7.50 Quantity in Basket: none
(Syn.: Setcreasea purpurea, Tradescantia hybrida 'Biltmore Estate', Setcreasea 'Grape Ape'), Giant Purple Heart Wandering Jew. Unusual giant leaf form that we have offered for many years. Stunning broad purple leaves, lilac-pink flowers. Easy. Commelinaceae
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	Tradescantia pendula 'Quadricolor' Code: 71947 Price: $7.50 Quantity in Basket: none
(Syn.: Zebrina pendula 'Quadricolor'), Multicolored Inch Plant. Stunning metallic purple leaves striped pink and white. Commelinaceae
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	Tradescantia zanonia Code: 71949 Price: $11.50 Quantity in Basket: none
(Syn.: Campelia zanonia), Mexican Flag. Erect, fleshy, bamboo-like stalks to 3 feet with leaves beautifully variegated in longitudinal stripes of white and green. Best in greenhouse, shade, moisture. Commelinaceae
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