A twining climber with heart-shaped leaves, green above, grey downy beneath. Fragrant creamy white, bowl-shaped flowers, speckled pale pink and red inside. Max Height 3m. Flowers May to July. Full sun/partial shade. Frost hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Dregea sinensis
A twining climber with heart-shaped leaves, green above, grey downy beneath. Fragrant creamy white, bowl-shaped flowers, speckled pale pink and red inside.
Additional information
| Generic | Dregea |
|---|---|
| Species | sinensis |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 3m |
| Family | Asclepiadaceae |
| Spread | |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green, grey |
| Flowers From | May, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Provide support |
| Border | Warm wall |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
| Propagation |
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