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Plumbago auriculata
Cape Leadwort, Plumbago capensis
Tender Shrub
What is Tender Shrub?
A practical alternative to honeysuckle, clematis and jasmine
Delicate blue flowers
A super conservatory specimen or patio climber
Delivery Information View Product DescriptionLoading...Description How to Grow More Info Delivery ReviewsPlumbago auriculata bears shiny green foliage and clumps of delicate blue flowers; an unusual colour amongst climbing plants. This variety is a practical alternative to honeysuckle, clematis and jasmine. Plumbago auriculata is an endearing, tender evergreen that can be grown as a climber up archways and trellises. This tender climber tolerates temperatures down to 5C (41F) and makes a super conservatory specimen or patio climber. Height: 4m (13’). Spread: 3m (10’). Supplied in 9cm pots.
Height Up to 400cm (158in)
Spread Up to 300cm (118in)
Tender Shrub
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1 x 9cm Potted Plant (59943)
2 x 9cm Potted Plants (KB8998)
Plumbago auriculata bears shiny green foliage and clumps of delicate blue flowers; an unusual colour amongst climbing plants. This variety is a practical alternative to honeysuckle, clematis and jasmine. Plumbago auriculata is an endearing, tender evergreen that can be grown as a climber up archways and trellises. This tender climber tolerates temperatures down to 5C (41F) and makes a super conservatory specimen or patio climber. Height: 4m (13’). Spread: 3m (10’). Supplied in 9cm pots.Feed and water Plumbago plants regularly throughout the growing season. Plumbago is a vigorous climber and will require training onto a trellis or climbing frame to support its twining stems. Prune in late winter or early spring, cutting back side shoots to within 3 or 4 buds of a permanent framework.Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.
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