Flame Creeper. A perennial climber with attractive dark green leaves. Long-spurred bright red flowers in summer and autumn. Max Height 3m. Flowers June to October. Full sun. Frost hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Tropaeolum speciosum
A perennial climber with attractive dark green leaves. Long-spurred bright red flowers in summer and autumn.
Category: Climbers
Additional information
Generic | Tropaeolum |
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Species | speciosum |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Flame Creeper |
Flower Colour | red |
Soil | Poor |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 3m |
Family | Tropaeolaceae |
Spread | |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Climbing |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, October |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Frost hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Provide support |
Border | Climbing wall |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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