Tibouchina urvilleana Variegata Silene radiata is a form commonly

radiata is a form commonly imported from Japan that was named in 2013 by California lycoris breeder Phil Adams

subcordata makes an easy-to-grow

double flowers

grey-green

Tibouchina urvilleana Variegata Silene radiata is a form commonlyI have always been a fan of tibouchina and had hunted for years to find the variegated form before finally locating it in Bob Brown's fine collection in England. The slowly growing, 2' tall mass of woody stems is clothed with velvety green leaves, each edged with a creamy border. Starting in late summer, the clumps of Tibouchina urvilleana 'Variegata' are topped with stunning 2" wide, dark purple flowers an indescribable contrast. Although the green