Butterfly Pea "Lavender Queen" - Live Plant

Lavender Queen Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea)

Description

Lavender Queen Butterfly Pea is a soft-toned selection of this tropical flowering vine, producing pale lavender to light violet blooms with delicate contrast markings. The flowers have the same graceful, rounded form as traditional butterfly pea but in a gentler, romantic shade. This variety offers ornamental beauty while maintaining its culinary and herbal versatility.ecorative and functional in the garden.

You Will Receive

A well-rooted plant in a 4" container, with a plant height between 6–20 inches. Plants may be lightly trimmed to ensure they fit safely in the shipping box.

Growing Conditions

☀️ Light: Full sun (best flowering)

🌱 Soil: Well-draining soil; tolerates sandy conditions

💧 Water: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between watering

🌡️ Temperature: Thrives in warm, humid climates

📍 USDA Zones: 9–11 (grown as an annual in cooler zones)

❄️ Cold Hardiness: Not frost tolerant

Growth Habit

• Climbing or trailing vine
• 6–10 feet long
• Benefits from a trellis or support structure

Uses

1. 🍵 Herbal Tea: Flowers create a deep blue tea that changes color with citrus
2. 🌿 Natural Food Coloring: Used in drinks and desserts
3. 🐝 Pollinator Plant: Attracts bees and butterflies
4. 🌴 Tropical Garden Accent: Ideal for trellises and fences 

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