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Genus: Browallia Species: speciosa Common Name: Bush Violet Family: Solanaceae Order: Solanales Native: Columbia Habit: Herbaceous Perennial Height: 0.75 to 4 feet Width: 1 to 3 feet Flowering Season: Summer Flower Color: Blue, purple, or white Propagation: Seed Zone: 9-11 Note: This herbaceous perennial is mostly grown as an annual and is suitable for containers and bedding. Monitor plant for whiteflies. Over fertilizing or over watering enhances Bush Viole vegetative growth resulting in less flowers. Prefers sunny, moderately dry, well-drained, ordinary garden soil.