Cape Leadwort. An evergreen shrub, grown as a climber with pretty pure white flowers. Max Height 3m to 6m. Max Spread 1m to 3m. Flowers June to November. Full sun. Not hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Plumbago auriculata var. alba
An evergreen shrub, grown as a climber with pretty pure white flowers.
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Plumbago |
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Species | auriculata |
Varietry | var. alba |
Common Name | Cape Leadwort |
Flower Colour | white |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 3m, 6m |
Family | Plumbaginaceae |
Spread | 1m, 3m |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Climbing |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, November |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Not hardy |
Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Pot, Conservatory plant |
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