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Posted: Fri Jul 28, 2006 1:14 am   Post subject: Dark Purple flowers, medium size plant


Hi! I need help identifying a plant that I saw in a container on a Philadelphia street. I would LOVE to know what it is. Thank you! ~Malie

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Posted: Wed Aug 02, 2006 4:57 am   Post subject:


Is that a Vinca???


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Posted: Wed Aug 02, 2006 5:03 am   Post subject:


I don't think it is, but maybe a different kind than I have. Dooley

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Posted: Wed Aug 02, 2006 5:11 am   Post subject:


I do not know what it is but I love the color.It is a pretty flower.


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Posted: Sun Aug 13, 2006 1:25 am   Post subject:


I think it is a Princess Flower (Tibouchina urvilleana). I don't think that is hardy in Philly.


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Posted: Sun Aug 13, 2006 3:08 am   Post subject:


I just did a google search and you are right digital flower, that is exactly what it is. It is hardy in zones 9b-11, not native to the United States and can be used as a container plant. In the ground it will get 15-20 ft tall, but can be kept trimmed to any size.


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Posted: Sun Aug 13, 2006 3:46 am   Post subject:


It must just be used as a summer plant in Philadelphia because they get snow in winter. Dooley

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