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Tibouchina granulosa
Purple Glory Tree
Tibouchina · Melastomataceae
Purple Glory Tree (Tibouchina granulosa) is a exotic tree included in the City of Sydney tree species list. Council data indicates approximately 8 m high and 4 m spread, with a oval canopy form. Its noted amenity value is prominent flowers. Its recorded local performance is very reliable. Final selection should still account for available soil volume, services, exposure and the mature canopy required on the site.
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Classification
Genus
Tibouchina
Family
Melastomataceae
Common name
Purple Glory Tree
Climate
temperate, subtropical, urban
Tibouchina granulosa belongs to the Tibouchina genus within the Melastomataceae family. It performs reliably across temperate, subtropical, urban zones in our experience.
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Cultivation
Care sheet.
Water
Establishment watering; monitor during extended drought
Light
Full sun to part shade, subject to species
Soil
Site-appropriate soil with adequate rooting volume
Growth rate
Fast
Mature size
8 m H × 4 m W
Landscape use
Increase use
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Further reading
- 01Tree species list - urban suitability and selection attributes — City of Sydney
