Barleria repens (Small Bush Violet) - Image 8

Botanical names: Barleria repens, Barleria galpinii

Common name: Small Bush Violet

Family: Acanthaceae

Origin: tropical Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersPink flowersInvasive plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds


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Barleria repens Purple Prince - Small Bush Violet

Purple Prince is a medium grower with glossy green leaves with deep purple tubular flowers. It's an excellent ground cover that can be pruned into a low hedge. Very suitable as a container plant, or on top of a low wall, where its foliage and flowers can spill down. Prune and fertilize at regular intervals and keep well watered. The plant does best in filtered sun or light shade. Hardy to 28F in a protected location. Height 1 to 2 feet. Native to South Africa.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot
4 plants in stock
$19.95