Description
It is an evergreen shrub that grows particularly fast, and is ideal for small gardens and rockeries.
| Sr |
Item name |
| 1 |
Barleria Repens, Tambadi Korant, Barleria (Peach) - Plant |
| 2 |
6 inch (15 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black) |
The plant will grow as its surrounds allow, ranging from about a metre high in exposed conditions to two metres in shady, sheltered conditions. The leaves are soft, covered in a light hair, with a slightly blue hue to their green.
Plant Specifications
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name |
Bush Violet |
| Maximum Reachable Height |
They usually only reach heights of up to a metre, but can get larger if they are climbing up a tree. |
| Flower Colour |
Purple or a pretty pink-red. |
| Bloom Time |
April and May. |
| Difficulty Level |
Easy. |
Planting and care
Nip off the growing tips during spring and the early part of summer to increase bushiness and flowers. After the shrub has flowered, cut back hard, then prune or tip periodically to ensure neat, compact growth.
Barleria Repens care
| Sunlight |
Full sun to partial shade. |
| Watering |
Regular watering when possible will result in a spectacular show of colour. |
| Soil |
Barleria obtusa grows in a wide variety of soils. To ensure good drainage, add compost and mulch well to retain water. |
| Temperature |
They tolerate temperatures only above at least 1C. |
| Fertilizer |
Organic fertilizer pellets and a handful of rich compost to each hollow. |
Barleria Repens uses
Ornamental Use:
- The shrublet can be planted in mixed borders and banks
