Evergreen climber or as a creeper through shrubs. It bears long-tubed, bright deep reddish pink flowers. Max Height 4m. Max Spread 2m. Flowers June to August. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Asteranthera ovata
Evergreen climber or as a creeper through shrubs. It bears long-tubed, bright deep reddish pink flowers.
Category: Climbers
Additional information
| Generic | Asteranthera |
|---|---|
| Species | ovata |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | pink |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 4m |
| Family | Gesneriaceae |
| Spread | 2m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Climbing wall |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
| Propagation |
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