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Solanum macranthum, Solanum wrightii, Giant Potato Tree

Solanum macranthum, Solanum wrightii

Giant Potato Tree
Family: Solanaceae
Origin: Brazil
USDA Zone: 9-11?
USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunModerate waterBlue, lavender, purple flowersWhite, off-white flowersFragrant plant

The Giant Potato Tree is a showy and very fast growing specimen tree of small to medium size. This plant grows quickly into a bushy tree of 15 feet in height and 15' wide. So this is a great solution when you need to get shade right away - within a couple of months! The leaves are huge, lobed and prickly. Flowers are slightly fragrant and change their color from white to pink to lavender as they mature.

This tree is a great choice if you need to create a shady area in your yard within just a few months!

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Solanum macranthum - Giant Potato Tree

Giant Potato tree. Showy fast growing specimen tree of small to medium size. This plant grows quickly into a bushy tree of 15 feet in height and 15' wide. The leaves are large, lobed and prickly. Flowers are fragrant and change their color from white to pink to lavender. This tree is a great choice if you need to create shade over your driveway within just a few months!
See Video about this tree.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
This item is certified for shipping to California.
Grown in
6-10"/1-3 gal pot
1 Plant in stock
Last one
$49.95