Lavender Starflower

Lavender Starflower

5 Gallon
$49.00
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Lavender Starflower

Grewia occidentalis, Grewia caffra

A tough, evergreen shrub offering a long season of lavender starflowers, followed by unique ornamental berries.

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We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

Lavender Starflower is a versatile and attractive evergreen shrub prized for its long season of delicate, star-shaped flowers and ornamental berries. From late spring through summer, it produces a profusion of lovely lavender to mauve-pink blossoms with a central cluster of yellow stamens. These are followed by unique, four-lobed berries that ripen from green to an attractive glossy brown or purple. With a dense, rounded habit and moderate growth rate, it serves as an excellent screen, hedge, or specimen plant, offering multiple seasons of interest with minimal care.

  • Prolific Star-Shaped Blooms: Covered in a charming display of small, open, lavender-pink, starry flowers over a long period.

  • Decorative Four-Lobed Fruit: Produces unusual and attractive berry-like drupes that add visual interest after the flowers fade.

  • Dense, Versatile Habit: Naturally forms a full, rounded shrub, making it ideal for hedging, privacy screening, or training as a small espalier against a wall.

  • Heat & Drought Tolerant: Once established, it is quite resilient to heat and periods of drought, thriving in full sun to part shade.

  • Attracts Wildlife: The flowers attract butterflies and other pollinators, while the berries are a food source for birds.

Knowing how we measure the size?

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

  • A larger gallon size generally means:

    • A more established root system

    • A sturdier plant

    • Faster visual impact after planting

  • Example:

    • 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity

    • 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.


🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Ornamental trees

    • Feature plants

    • Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.

  • Why choose Multi:

    • Fuller, more sculptural appearance

    • Strong visual presence even at younger ages

    • Popular for design-focused landscapes


🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Shade trees

    • Street trees

    • Orchard and structural plantings

  • Why choose Stand:

    • Clean, classic tree form

    • Easier clearance for walkways and lawns

    • Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity


🌿 Choosing the Right Size

  • If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form

  • If you want long-term structure → Stand form

  • If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Quick facts
  • Features:Oval, dark green leaves with blunt serrations. Produces star-shaped lavender-pink flowers with yellow centers, followed by small purple-black berries.
  • Mature Height: 6-10 ft
  • Mature Width: 6-10 ft
  • Growth Rate: Fast
  • Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade
  • Key Advantages:Long blooming season,Attracts pollinators,Drought tolerant once established,Bird-friendly berries
  • Landscape Uses:Mixed borders,Informal hedges,Wildlife gardens,Specimen plantings
  • Special Care:Prune to shape after flowering,Tolerates various soil types,Water regularly until established,Fertilize lightly in spring
  • Seasonal Interest:Flowers: Late spring to summer,Berries: Late summer to fall,Foliage: Evergreen in warm zones
FAQs

Q: Can it be grown in a container?
A: Yes, its moderate growth rate and responsiveness to pruning make it suitable for container culture. Use a large pot with good drainage. It can be shaped into a small standard tree or maintained as a dense shrub in a pot.

Q: How should it be pruned?
A: Prune to shape in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. It can be pruned quite hard if necessary to rejuvenate an old plant or maintain a formal hedge shape. Regular light pruning after flowering can also encourage a bushier form.

Browse online or get recommendations

Shop by collection, or message us with photos and measurements of your space for tailored suggestions.

Place your order & schedule delivery

Choose your trees and preferred delivery window. Most Bay Area orders are delivered within about 10 business days, depending on routing and weather.

We deliver carefully to your property

Our drivers are trained to handle living plants, not just boxes. For many trees, we can set them in place near the planting site.

Grow with our ongoing support

You’ll receive basic care guidelines, and you can always reach out if you’re unsure about watering, fertilizing, or pruning.

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