Browallia speciosa 'Bells Blue'
Amethyst Violet
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Amethyst Violet (Browallia speciosa 'Bells Blue') - Description
Great shades of blue for partial shade mixed containers or hanging baskets.
Amethyst Violet (Browallia speciosa 'Bells Blue') - Blooming
Well known for their deep blue flowers, but they can also come in white. Blooms best in warm shade.
Amethyst Violet (Browallia speciosa 'Bells Blue') - Growth
Upright, bushy annuals and subshrubby perennials. Does best with partial shade. Make sure to provide good ventilation if growing under glass. In less hardy areas, grow Browallia as a container plant in a greenhouse or house. In tropical areas, Browallia works well in a border, or as a container plant.
Amethyst Violet (Browallia speciosa 'Bells Blue') - Planting
Sow seeds in early spring for summer bloom. In warmer climates, the seeds can be sown in the fall for winter color.
Amethyst Violet (Browallia speciosa 'Bells Blue') - Pest
Aphids and whiteflies cause problems. Fungal leaf spots and tomato spotted wilt virus occur.
Amethyst Violet (Browallia speciosa 'Bells Blue') - Interesting facts
Impressed with Bishop Browall, Linnaeus named Browallia elata after him, elata meaning to exalt. However, after his opinion of Browall changed, he renamed the species Browallia demissa.
Amethyst Violet (Browallia speciosa 'Bells Blue') - Soil and irrigation
Needs regular water. Does best in fertile, well-drained soil. During the growing period, water moderately, keep just moist in winter.
