Solanum linearifolium [selected hardier strain] Clumping VALLEY VIOLET CEANOTHUS

VALLEY VIOLET CEANOTHUS

Shrubby vine

over a bank or up a trellis or tree

purple cultivars

Can offset to form larger clumps over time

Solanum linearifolium [selected hardier strain] Clumping VALLEY VIOLET CEANOTHUSUnusual shrub from SE Australia found on coastal ranges, river gorges, and forest margins. Long, evergreen, narrow foliage bears purple flowers and, eventually, orange to yellow egg shaped fruit. Makes a striking garden addition in part sun to shade with regular summer water. Grows to 6ft or higher, but easily pruned. This strain shows hardiness in USDA zone 8b, possibly colder with protection. MOUNTAIN KANGAROO APPLE Solanaceae