Glory Flower, Princess Flower

Frost Tolerance: Tender in Phoenix, the frost kills the plant to the ground, and it grows back in the spring

Heat Tolerance: Difficult to keep alive in summer, keep in the shade

Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade

Origin: Brazil

Growth Habits: Shrub to 8 feet tall (2.4 m)

Watering Needs: Regular water, in soft fertile soil

Propagation: Softwood cuttings in late spring

There are over 300 species of Tibouchina. They are tropical and subtropical plants that generally don't do well in Phoenix desert climate.

Blooming Habits:
If the Glory Flower is doing well, it will be covered with flowers during several months, at the end of the summer.

Culture:
After each blooming cycle prune and fertilize with fertilizer for acid loving plants. The Tibouchinas like a good proportion of organic content in the soil.