Woody Nightshade. A woody-based perennial vine with variegated dark green leaves. Pale purple-blue flowers from early summer to autumn, followed by bright red fruits. Max Height 2m to 4m. Flowers June to September. Fruits September. Full sun. Frost hardy. CAUTION toxic if eaten. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Solanum dulcamara ‘Variegatum’
A woody-based perennial vine with variegated dark green leaves. Pale purple-blue flowers from early summer to autumn, followed by bright red fruits.
Additional information
| Generic | Solanum |
|---|---|
| Species | dulcamara |
| Varietry | 'Variegatum' |
| Common Name | Woody Nightshade |
| Flower Colour | purple, blue |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 2m, 4m |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Spread | |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, September |
| Colour Fruit | red |
| Fruits When | September |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Woodland |
| Toxicity | CAUTION toxic if eaten |
| Pruning | |
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