| Plant Habit: | Shrub Tree |
| Life cycle: | Perennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Mesic |
| Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 10a -1.1 °C (30 °F) to +1.7 °C (35 °F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 12 |
| Plant Height: | 10 to 20 feet |
| Leaves: | Evergreen Other: Dark green, velvety/pubescent with several prominent longitudinal veins. Leaves are often edged in red. |
| Flowers: | Showy |
| Flower Color: | Purple Other: Deep, royal Purple |
| Bloom Size: | 4"-5" |
| Flower Time: | Summer Late summer or early fall Fall Late fall or early winter Other: Some blooms may be sporadic throughout the year. |
| Underground structures: | Taproot |
| Suitable Locations: | Patio/Ornamental/Small Tree |
| Uses: | Windbreak or Hedge |
| Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
| Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem |
| Containers: | Needs excellent drainage in pots |
