Campsis radicans 'Stromboli' - trumpet creeper, climber Trumpet creepers are gorgeous things in summer gardens, on patios, or climbing up walls, gazebos or fences. They are fast and vigorous growing vines that can create a dense coverage of bright green foliage with profusion of flowers within a few years only. … Contributed by havlis 03.12. 2016 12:06:17 (21544 readers) | |
Campsis radicans 'Flamenco' - trumpet creeper Trumpet creepers are gorgeous things in summer gardens, on patios, or climbing up walls, gazebos or fences. They are fast and vigorously growing vines that can create a dense coverage of bright green foliage with profusion of flowers within only a few years. … Contributed by havlis 12.09. 2016 11:15:30 (12501 readers) | |
Wisteria sinensis 'Alba' - Chinese wisteria Chinese wisteria is no doubt the queen of flowering climbers. Alba variety bears clusters of very fragrant, pure white flowers that are 25-35 cm long and appear on bare wood earlier than on other wisterias, usually in April. Rather exotic looking pinnate leaves are mid green and densely cover the plant … Contributed by havlis 12.06. 2016 10:31:21 (15887 readers) | |
Campsis grandiflora - Chinese trumpet creeper Probably the most eye-catching version of trumpet creepers is this Chinese one. As a fast growing vine it can soon cover walls, gazebos or fences. The flowers are large: 7-9 cm wide, salmon pink with a clear yellow throat. The buds form a raceme that blooms from July till frosts. … Contributed by havlis 07.06. 2008 06:51:25 (61472 readers) | |
Wisteria floribunda 'Violacea Plena' - Japanese wisteria Vioalcea Plena is a magnificent variety of Japanese wisteria. This climber bears 30-40 cm long racemes of double, deep violet, scented flowers that make this plant a fantastic show-stopper when in full bloom. In English-speaking countries it is often sold under another name: Black Dragon (and Yea Koku … Contributed by havlis 27.05. 2008 10:19:45 (31753 readers) | |
Wisteria floribunda 'Violacea Plena' - Japanese wisteria Vioalcea Plena is a magnificent variety of Japanese wisteria. This climber bears 30-40 cm long racemes of double, deep violet, scented flowers that make this plant a fantastic show-stopper when in full bloom. In English-speaking countries it is often sold under another name: Black Dragon (and Yea Koku … Contributed by havlis 17.05. 2008 13:38:35 (42825 readers) | |
Actinidia deliciosa 'Jenny' - kiwi Jenny is another self-fertile variety of kiwi. This means that it does not need a male and a female plant to produce fruit. Apart from tasty fruit it is a nice plant, too, with deep green leaves and scented flowers in June. … Contributed by havlis 08.03. 2008 10:59:06 (95694 readers) | |
Actinidia arguta 'Issai' - mini-kiwi Issai is a self-fertile variety of the so-called mini-kiwi. This means that unlike the species it does not need a male and a female plant to produce fruit. Apart from tasty fruit it is a nice plant, too, with deep green leaves and scented flowers in June. … Contributed by havlis 05.03. 2008 12:47:49 (76837 readers) | |
Ficus pumila 'Quercifolia' - Creeping Fig Tiny deep green leaves are deeply lobed. Not only is the individual leaf considerably smaller than the normal Creeping Fig, but each dimpled leaf is deeply lobed as if was a tiny oak leaf. More clumping than vining in habit, this is the choice for the sophisticated terrarium or living topiary. It is … Contributed by amazon 12.12. 2007 09:41:43 (36530 readers) | |
Hedera helix 'Midas Touch' - English Ivy The Midas Touch Ivy is an easy to grow houseplant. It will thrive in bright, indirect light or in a window. Just water when the soil is dry. Prune as needed and new plants can be started from the cuttings. The Midas Touch Ivy has large leaves and is brightly variegated. It is a stand out! … Contributed by amazon 12.12. 2007 09:23:52 (29365 readers) | |
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Stephanotis floribunda - Madagascar Jasmine The Madagascar Jasmine (Bridal Wreath) thrives with bright but indirect lighting. A bright North or East window is perfect,or any indirect light window. Also, try to provide some humidity as this plant will do better then although this is not critical for the plant s survival. The Madagascar jasmine … Contributed by amazon 18.11. 2007 11:59:13 (39861 readers) | |
Cardiospermum halicacabum - Love in a Puff An exciting combination of beautiful leaves, distinctive pods, and attractive white flowers. At home in almost any landscape, Love-in-a Puff (Balloon Vine) brings elegance to any setting. Growing to approximately 8 feet in height, you may start them inside 6-8 weeks before last frost or direct-sow after … Contributed by amazon 14.11. 2007 12:26:32 (28409 readers) | |
Aeschynanthus radicans - Lipstick Plant Related to African violets and gloxinias, lipstick plants are members of the gesneriad family. It s easy to see the reason for their common name since the lobed red flowers emerging from a maroon sheath do resemble lipsticks in tubes. Natives of the West Indies, the plants grow as epiphytes in the wild, … Contributed by amazon 02.11. 2007 13:20:54 (69038 readers) | |
Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Veitchii' - Boston Ivy This variety of Boston ivy has shallow-lobed leaves, creating a jagged appearance. It is an excellent clinging deciduous vine which is most well-known for its amazing autumn foliage colours. Rich and intense hues of scarlet, fiery purplish red, yellow and orange light up with the onset of autumn. After … Contributed by abies 22.10. 2007 10:56:09 (53558 readers) | |
Cyclanthera pedata - Achocha Achocha (Lady s Slipper) | Vigorous climber producing small edible pods like okra. The small fruits have a tender, crunchy white flesh with a beany, cucumber flavor. Nice in salads or for stir fries. They can also be made into novelty pickles. Pick fruits young, when still green. … Contributed by amazon 21.10. 2007 11:36:16 (50384 readers) | |
Clematis chiisanensis 'Korean Beauty' - Clematis Liven up your hanging basket, container plantings, or trellis this summer with this easy to grow Clematis. Flowering in only three months from sowing, you can use Korean Beauty almost anywhere, plus as a hardy perennial it will come back year after year. The nodding, rich yellow blooms are followed by … Contributed by amazon 15.10. 2007 20:42:51 (33597 readers) | |
Passiflora 'Inspiration' - Passion Flower Large flowers, deep purple color and fragrance are brought together in this passion flower. A hybrid of Roland Fischer of Germany. Hardy Zone 8 and higher for outdoors. Great indoors, too! Full sun, grows to 1-3 in container, minimum temperature indoors 50°, blooms in spring and summer. Fragrant! … Contributed by amazon 27.09. 2007 08:40:37 (29778 readers) | |
Clematis viticella - Italian Clematis Clematis viticella - Originating from native to Southern Europe Clematis viticella (Italian Clematis), have finally come up in the world. They thrive both in a hot Mediterranean climate and in the coolness of Northern Europe. Preferring sunny areas they shouldn t be planted in shade or over a north facing … Contributed by amazon 24.09. 2007 10:09:38 (31207 readers) | |
Passiflora 'Incense' - Passion Flower Very fast growing vine to 10-20 ft, sometimes longer. This variety is a hybrid between two hardy passion flower species (Passiflora incarnata and P. cinnicata), and as a result, is very hardy itself, surviving temperatures below 0 F. Vines will die back upon temperatures below 32F but will regrow from … Contributed by amazon 24.09. 2007 09:38:24 (21591 readers) | |
Merremia tuberosa - Wood rose A slender perennial vine with leaves divided into five to seven narrow lobes. The flowers are yellow, followed by a smooth round capsule, surrounded by five petal-like sepals. Native to Asia; naturalized and cultivated in Hawaii. … Contributed by amazon 14.09. 2007 08:50:09 (20301 readers) | |
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Actinidia chinensis - Kiwi Fruit The Hardy Kiwi, are native to the mountains and hills of southwestern China where they grow wild in trees and on bushes. The Hardy Kiwi was introduced to the United Kingdom, Europe, United States, and New Zealand between 1900 to 1910 from China. Commercial plantings were made in New Zealand about 1930 … Contributed by amazon 10.09. 2007 18:38:59 (31865 readers) | |
Jasminum officinale - Poet's Jasmine Light: Bright light with some direct sunlight each day in eastern or western exposure. Watering: Keep soil moist as Jasmine can easily wilt. When growth slows in winter, hold back on watering a bit more. Temperature: Jasminum officinale var. grandiflorum blooms best with a cool night temperature. … Contributed by amazon 28.08. 2007 12:16:17 (20115 readers) | |
Eccremocarpus scaber - Glory Vine This exotic climber hails from South America. Rare and little-known specimen is sure to spice up your garden! Tubular flowers hang in clusters of orange, yellow and red shades for a spectacular display. Effective for covering problem areas, why not replace the view of thatt old shed with a tropical sensation? … Contributed by amazon 28.08. 2007 11:44:58 (18595 readers) | |
Dicentra scandens - Bleeding Heart Vine Looking for a show stopper? A wonderful climber with dozens of yellow locket flowers which insist on climbing on any convenient trellis, fence or other support. A unique golden bleeding heart vine preferring light but not midday sun. A frost hardy perennial in zones 5-9. In cooler regions grow as a house … Contributed by amazon 09.08. 2007 09:06:53 (32936 readers) | |
Passiflora quadrangularis - Giant Granadilla The largest fruit in its genus, the giant granadilla, Passiflora quadrangularis L. (syn. P. macrocarpa M.T. Mast.), is often called merely grenadilla, or parcha. The vine is fast-growing, large, coarse, herbaceous but woody at the x, arising from a fleshy root that becomes enlarged with age, and climbing … Contributed by amazon 02.08. 2007 10:18:45 (18423 readers) | |
Clematis paniculata - Clematis Sweet Autumn The beautiful sweet autumn clematis is a vigorous semievergreen (or deciduous) vine than can climb up to 30 feet. The compound leaves are glossy and deep green. The star shaped white flowers are about an inch and a quarter across and sweetly fragrant. They are borne in numerous branching panicles from … Contributed by amazon 08.07. 2007 10:18:30 (20771 readers) | |
Akebia quinata - Chocolate Vine Also known as Five-Leaved Akebia. A very hardy Japanese climber with astonishingly fragrant deep purple flowers followed by elongated edible fruit. Climbs readily and can also be used as a ground cover. Compound, leathery leaves are unusual in appearance. Evergreen in mild climates. Tolerant of partial … Contributed by amazon 08.07. 2007 09:57:06 (20251 readers) | |
Rhodochiton atrosanguineum - Chinese Purple Bell Extremely beautiful rapid growing climber that starts flowering in June and continues until the frosts in the fall. Delightful parasol-shaped fuchsia pink calyx with black/purple to crimson 3 flowers within. Can be used in sunny pergolas, porches, trellises, hanging baskets, even walls. … Contributed by amazon 08.07. 2007 09:49:51 (25326 readers) | |
Tropaeolum peregrinum - Canary Bird Vine Apart from common nasturtiums, there is a group of related Tropaeolum species which all make lovely garden plants. Most popular of these is the Canary creeper, an extraordinary climber with deeply divided palm-shaped leaves and heavily fringed blooms that peep from among the foliage. It is not fully … Contributed by amazon 07.07. 2007 11:30:51 (19066 readers) | |
Clerodendrum thomsoniae - Bleeding Heart Vine The Bleeding Heart Vine (Clerodendrum thomsoniae) is an attractive bushy, tropical looking twining vine. Glossy dark green leaves are from 5 to 7 inches long (18 cm). It is hardy in zones 10 and 11 and in cooler areas should be grown outdoors in the summer and brought indoors during the winter. Prefers … Contributed by amazon 03.07. 2007 09:48:02 (13262 readers) | |
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Passiflora mollissima - Banana Passion Flower Banana Passion Fruit (Passiflora mollissima). A yellow, oval shaped passion fruit with bright yellow skin and orange pulp. Pulp is edible and very tasty. Often used in juice making. … Contributed by amazon 30.06. 2007 10:23:12 (24273 readers) | |
Clematis 'Anna Louise' - Clematis The large 6-8 inch flowers really stand out. Petals are violet with a contrasting purple red bar in the center. AGM WINNER. Sun to partial shade in moist, fertile soil. Likes a warm top and cool bottom. Will flourish under neutral or even slightly acid conditions. Great climbers that can be used to decorate … Contributed by amazon 26.06. 2007 13:10:17 (16495 readers) | |
Hydrangea anomala petiolaris - White Hydrangea Vine Native of Japan and China and introduced into cultivation in 1865, this sturdy, deciduous vine will eventually grow to 25 feet or higher. Clusters of white blooms and smooth foliage make a rich-looking accent in your garden. Will need a sturdy structure such as a stone wall or strong fence to climb on … Contributed by amazon 08.06. 2007 06:53:40 (34548 readers) | |
Campsis x tagliabuana 'Madame Galen' - Trumpet Vine France, 1889. Campsis x tagliabuana Madame Galen. Very floriferous hybrid with the flower size of grandiflora and hardiness of radicans. … Contributed by amazon 08.06. 2007 06:38:51 (77271 readers) | |
Campsis radicans 'Flamenco' - Red Trumpet Vine, Crimson Trumpet Vine A deciduous climbing vine that is easy to grow and an American native. Attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies and bees, this would be a great addition to a butterfly garden. Will cling to garden structures and will grow rampantly in full sun or partial shade. Will grow in any average soil. Prune back … Contributed by amazon 08.06. 2007 06:25:59 (37807 readers) | |
Aristolochia durior - Dutchman's Pipe Vine This is an unusual and decorative vine which provides distinctive flowers, ornamental foliage and dense shade. Popular since colonial times for its long leaves and remarkable blooms which are yellow in color and are shaped similarly to a traditional Meerschaum pipe. The flowers are yellow in color and … Contributed by amazon 06.06. 2007 08:51:49 (33886 readers) | |
Clematis tangutica - Golden Clematis, Old Man's Beard Masses of buttercup yellow lantern-shaped flowers adorn this late summer bloomer. It is excellent for trellis or naturalizing. This is a very easy to grow and hardy clematis. There is an old saying with Clematis; Tops in the sun and feet in the shade. In other words the vine blooms best in the sun and … Contributed by amazon 06.06. 2007 08:46:19 (19135 readers) | |
Gelsemium sempervirens - Yellow Jessamine, Carolina Yellow Jasmine This evergreen vine is as beautiful as it is easy to grow. Glossy rich green leaves are about 2 -4 long by 1/2 wide and grow in opposite pairs along wiry stems. The vine will grow 10 -20 up tree trunks and along fences or other support. It also makes and excellent house plant or bonsai in a sunny window … Contributed by amazon 06.06. 2007 08:42:26 (35675 readers) | |
Clematis 'General Sikorsky' - Clematis Vine This profuse bloomer produces huge 6-8 in diameter, dark lavender flowers with a tint of red in the center. Blooms from June to September. Flowers primarily from the previous year s stems in early summer, but there is also a second flush later in the summer on the new growth. To 8-10 tall. This winner … Contributed by amazon 06.06. 2007 08:30:53 (11406 readers) | |
Clematis 'Ernest Markham' - Clematis Earnest Markham A very popular cultivar of Clematis in America and abroad. Ernest Markham has cheery magenta flowers from midsummer to mid autumn. Best grown and shown in full sun except in warmest climates. There is an old saying with Clematis; Tops in the sun and feet in the shade. In other words the vine blooms best … Contributed by amazon 01.06. 2007 08:00:24 (21703 readers) | |
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Clematis 'Duchess of Edinburgh' - Clematis Duchess of Edinburgh 5 double flowers of creamy white with several rows of green outer petals. These large flowering, hybrid Clematis are called Queen of the Garden. Large, showy flowers (up to 6 across) bloom in abundance in June through September. Each flower is a striking display in itself, with its unusual coloration … Contributed by amazon 01.06. 2007 07:57:20 (18919 readers) | |
Clematis 'Doctor Ruppel' - Clematis Dr.Ruppel Clematis is most often seen in softer shades, but Dr. Ruppel offers fans a showier choice. This is a bi-color repeat bloomer: in May and June, it displays 8-in. rose-carmine blooms with white anthers; in September, the flowers come in again, but the colors are toned down a bit. There is an old saying … Contributed by amazon 01.06. 2007 07:52:55 (23840 readers) | |
Clematis 'General Sikorsky' - Clematis General Sikorsky This profuse bloomer produces huge 6-8 in diameter, dark lavender flowers with a tint of red in the center. Blooms from June to September. Flowers primarily from the previous year s stems in early summer, but there is also a second flush later in the summer on the new growth. To 8-10 tall. This winner … Contributed by amazon 01.06. 2007 07:47:38 (18273 readers) | |
Campsis radicans 'Flava' - Yellow Trumpet Vine, Yellow Trumpet Creeper Plant Type: Deciduous Vine Uses: Climbing Propagation: Seeds, Stem cuttings, Layering, Root cuttings Habit: Climbing Light: Full Sun, Part Shade Flower Color: Yellow Blooms: Spring, Summer, Autumn Width: 3 ft.; Height: 30 - 40 ft. Fertility: Average Soil: Neutral, Moist, High, Medium Zone: 4 - 9 Attracts: … Contributed by amazon 31.05. 2007 10:44:23 (43401 readers) | |
Akebia quinata - Chocolate Vine Known as Mu-Tong in Chinese medicine, it has been used for laryngitis and dry coughs, urinary stones, and bladder problems. A decoction is made from the dried stem of the vine. The plant is a shrubby vine that is cold hardy to 18 degrees. Can be raised as an evergreen vine in warmer climates. Has very … Contributed by amazon 31.05. 2007 10:36:50 (17955 readers) | |
