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.
Additional information
| Generic | Tropaeolum |
|---|---|
| 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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