A truly tropical plant， outdoor hardy only in USDA Plant Zones 10 or warmer， this dwarf shrub is irresistibly pretty with its incredibly gorgeous， royal purple blooms. in the cooler climates of Zones 1 to 9， simply plant in a pretty patio pot and grow outdoors only during the hot summer months， then treat as a houseplant and enjoy indoors throughout the rest of the year. Known for its masses of purple blooms from autumn to early winter， the plant thrives in high heat and humidity. Grows to about 3 ft. tall and wide. Good choice for late season color in small gardens and patio pots.

Compact evergreen form for small gardens and containers

Thrives in high heat and humidity

Flowering tropical houseplant for cooler northern climates

Happiest indoors near a brightly lit window or a partially shaded location outdoors

Grows at a moderate pace to about 2 ft. to 3 ft. tall and wide

Plant in any well drained fertile soil

Not for human or animal consumption

Ships in a 10 in. tall and wide black nursery pot and plant is about 15 in. tall right now

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