A vigorous, clump-forming, tuberous perennial with green leaves and freely produced vivid blue flowers. Max Height 90cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers August to October. Full sun/partial shade. Frost hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Commelina tuberosa Coelestis Group
A vigorous, clump-forming, tuberous perennial with green leaves and freely produced vivid blue flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Commelina |
|---|---|
| Species | tuberosa |
| Varietry | Coelestis Group |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | blue |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 90cm |
| Family | Commelinaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | August, October |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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