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Cestrum cultum

Purple Cestrum, Cestrum cultum, Cestrum x cultum

Cestrum cultum, commonly known as Purple Cestrum, is an evergreen shrub renowned for its clusters of purple, tubular flowers through spring and summer. The flowers are about 2-3 cm long, held on arching branches, and blend perfectly with the mid green leaves as it grows to 1.5 m tall and the same wide. Cestrum cultum is commonly grown in a container, included in mixed plantings, or planted against a wall.

Cestrum cultum plant with dark pink flowers.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:1.50 m
Spread:1.50 m
Flowering time:Spring, Summer
Tolerances:Hardy
Garden uses:Containers, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asPurple Cestrum, Cestrum cultum, Cestrum x cultum
Sku11071

Cestrum cultum Details

Cestrum cultum, commonly known as Purple Cestrum, is an evergreen shrub renowned for its clusters of purple, tubular flowers through spring and summer. The flowers are about 2-3 cm long, held on arching branches, and blend perfectly with the mid green leaves. It typically grows to 1.5 m tall and the same wide, performing best in a sheltered, well-drained site in full sun. Cestrum cultum is commonly grown in a container, included in mixed plantings, or planted against a wall. Please note: all parts of this plant are poisonous.

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