Blue Potato Bush

Lycianthes Rantonnetii

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Overview

Lycianthes rantonnetii, commonly termed Blue Potato Bush, is a vibrant, evergreen shrub reaching heights of up to 6 feet with an equal spread. Its hallmark feature, profuse rich purple-blue flowers, with golden centers, blooms from summer to fall, creating a striking display against the dark green leaves. Ideal for containers or as a hedge, it thrives in full sun with moderate water, in USDA zones 9-11. Pruning encourages bushiness and flowering.

Sun Full, HalfWater High, MediumZones 10–10Climate Subtropical

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — commonly termed Blue Potato Bush

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — profuse rich purple-blue flowers

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — evergreen shrub reaching heights of up to 6 feet with an equal spread

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — commonly termed Blue Potato Bush

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — creating a striking display against the dark green leaves

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — Typically reaching heights of 6 to 8 feet with a similar spread

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — is an enchanting evergreen shrub that can add a touch of exotic allure to any garden

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: High, Medium
USDA zones: 10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Solanaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — blooms from summer to fall

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — profuse rich purple-blue flowers

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — evergreen shrub reaching heights of up to 6 feet with an equal spread

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — commonly termed Blue Potato Bush

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — creating a striking display against the dark green leaves

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — Typically reaching heights of 6 to 8 feet with a similar spread

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — is an enchanting evergreen shrub that can add a touch of exotic allure to any garden

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — Pruning encourages bushiness and flowering

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — Ideal for containers or as a hedge, it thrives in full sun with moderate water, in USDA zones 9-11

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — sporting vivid yellow centers

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — Its slender stems and foliage create a relatively dense habit

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — this plant boasts a naturally mounding form that can be sculpted into more formal shapes if desired

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — The true glory of the Blue Potato Bush lies in its profusion of violet-blue blossoms

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — which resemble those of its nightshade family relatives

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — providing a long season of visual interest.<br><br>Preferring full sun to partial shade

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — In regions subject to frost, it can be treated as a perennial or potted and brought indoors to overwinter

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — making it suitable for a variety of landscaping situations

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — exhibits moderate drought tolerance

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — bloom from spring through fall and even into winter in milder climates

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — the Blue Potato Bush will be a resplendent addition to your client's garden

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — With occasional deadheading and some fertilization

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — Regular pruning not only maintains the desired shape but also encourages more prolific blooming

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — shrub / vine with blue and purple blooms

Blue Potato Bush (Lycianthes Rantonnetii) — blue and purple flowers in the garden

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