Athens Blue Princess Glory Bush Live Plant – Tibouchina urvilleana | 2–8 Inch Starter | Purple Flowering Tropical Shrub | Potted Plant

Add vibrant tropical color to your plant collection with a live Athens Blue Princess Glory Bush (Tibouchina urvilleana). This beautiful flowering shrub is known for its rich purple-blue blooms and attractive foliage, making it an eye-catching addition to patios, containers, greenhouse collections, and warm-climate gardens. This listing is for one healthy, well-rooted starter plant approximately 2–8 inches tall. Plants are shipped in their pot and may vary naturally in height and fullness.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 healthy, well-rooted Tibouchina starter plant
✔️ Approximately 2–8 inches tall
✔️ Shipped in its nursery pot
✔️ Attractive tropical foliage
✔️ Beautiful purple-blue flowers when mature
✔️ Carefully packaged for shipping

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Blue Princess Flower, Glory Bush
Botanical Name: Tibouchina urvilleana
Plant Type: Tropical flowering shrub
Growth Stage: Young starter plant
Sun Requirements: Bright filtered light to partial shade when young; gradually introduce more sun as it matures
Soil: High-quality, well-draining potting mix
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
Mature Height: Approximately 6–10 feet in suitable climates
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast under warm conditions
USDA Zones: Generally 9–11
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Keep young Tibouchina plants in bright filtered light or shade and protect them from harsh direct sunlight. As the plant matures, gradually introduce more sun over several weeks. Use a well-draining potting mix and avoid placing a small starter into an oversized container, as excess soil can stay wet around the roots.