Lobster Claw,Parrots Bill,Glory Pea. An evergreen shrub with climbing stems and dark green leaves. bears lobsterclaw-like brilliant red flowers in pendent racemes. Max Height 4m. Max Spread 3m. Flowers March to June. Full sun. Protect from frost. Water thoroughly before planting.
Clianthus puniceus
An evergreen shrub with climbing stems and dark green leaves. bears lobsterclaw-like brilliant red flowers in pendent racemes.
Additional information
| Generic | Clianthus |
|---|---|
| Species | puniceus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Lobster Claw, Parrots Bill, Glory Pea |
| Flower Colour | red |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 4m |
| Family | Leguminosae |
| Spread | 3m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | March, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Protect from frost |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Climbing wall, Pot, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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