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Scientific
Name:
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Iochroma grandiflora
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Common Name:
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Deciduous vs. Evergreen
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evergreen
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Perennial vs. Annual
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perennial
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Shade
vs. Sun
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full sun to partial
shade
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Height
x Width
& How Stands
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to 15' tall
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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pendant clusters of
large (to 4") light purple tubular flowers all year
around
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Zone
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root hardy to 20°
F, leaf hardy to 30° F
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Description,
Notes
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tomato (Solanaceae)
family shrub or small tree (depending on pruning) known
for its large tubular blossoms which open widely at the
tips; trim regularly for a compact subshrub; attracts
hummingbirds; rare and exotic; a true specimen!
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Photos are property of Crescent Hill Nursery
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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.
All plants are classified under USDA
hardiness zones.
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