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Violet Churcu

Iochroma Cyanea

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Overview

Iochroma cyanea, commonly known as Violet Churcu, is a tropical shrub thriving in USDA zones 9-11. It features lush, elongated leaves and stunning bell-shaped violet blooms that grace its branches from late spring to fall. Typically reaching 4-10 feet in height with a 3-5 foot spread, it prefers full to partial sun and well-drained soil. Its nectar-rich flowers attract hummingbirds, adding dynamic wildlife interest to the landscape.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 8–11Type Shrub, VineClimate Subtropical

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — Its foliage consists of narrow

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — is a captivating addition to any garden seeking to introduce a touch of lush; its height and fullness make it suitable for

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — These blossoms can reach up to 3 inches in length and adorn the plant throughout the warmer months

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — is a captivating addition to any garden seeking to introduce a touch of lush

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — <br><br>For optimal growth

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — <br><br>For optimal growth; purple flowers in the garden

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — Its foliage consists of narrow; elongated leaves and stunning bell-shaped violet blooms that grace its branches from late

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 8–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 6–10 Ft.

Classification

Type: Shrub, Vine
Family: Solanaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — Its foliage consists of narrow

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — is a captivating addition to any garden seeking to introduce a touch of lush; its height and fullness make it suitable for

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — These blossoms can reach up to 3 inches in length and adorn the plant throughout the warmer months

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — is a captivating addition to any garden seeking to introduce a touch of lush

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — <br><br>For optimal growth

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — <br><br>For optimal growth; purple flowers in the garden

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — Its foliage consists of narrow; elongated leaves and stunning bell-shaped violet blooms that grace its branches from late

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — purple flowers in the garden

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — perfect for creating a visual screen or an informal flowering hedge; it is not frost-tolerant and should be protected or

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — These blossoms can reach up to 3 inches in length and adorn the plant throughout the warmer months; commonly referred to as

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — it is not frost-tolerant and should be protected or brought indoors in cooler climates

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — stands out with its striking tubular flowers

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — Typically reaching 4-10 feet in height with a 3-5 foot spread

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — commonly referred to as the Violet Churcu

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — This subtropical perennial shrub; typically reaching 4-10 feet in height with a 3-5 foot spread

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — Its height and fullness make it suitable for layering with lower-growing perennials

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — Typically reaching 4-10 feet in height with a 3-5 foot spread; <br><br>For optimal growth

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — Iochroma cyanea, commonly known as Violet Churcu, is a tropical shrub thriving in USDA zones 9-11

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — stands out with its striking tubular flowers; with a deep green coloration that serves as an ideal backdrop for the vivid

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — Iochroma cyanea, commonly known as Violet Churcu, is a tropical shrub thriving in USDA zones 9-11; it prefers full to partial

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — the Violet Churcu forms a dense

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — elongated leaves and stunning bell-shaped violet blooms that grace its branches from late spring to fall; which are a deep

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — shrub / vine for full or half

Violet Churcu (Iochroma Cyanea) — it is not frost-tolerant and should be protected or brought indoors in cooler climates; these blossoms can reach up to 3

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Frank Vincentz, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
Forest and Kim Starr, CC BY 3.0 us · source
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