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Sometimes called cathedral bells, this vigorous and irrepressible vine is a native of tropical America, where it grows as a strong woody perennial. It may be grown in large pots for standing outdoors in summer, and will behave as a perennial if kept indoors in winter at about 7C (45F). In a very mild winter plants may survive and remain virtually evergreen, but they are usually grown as annuals on a wall, fence or pergola. Plants have a tropical appearance, with lush foliage and 8cm (3in) flowers with prominent stamens. Once fully open, they are sweetly fragrant.
The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit (AGM).
Family: Cobaeaceae
Genus: Cobaea
Species: scandens
Plant type: Evergreen climber
Flower colour: Mixed
Foliage colour: Mid-green
Feature: Flowers
Sun exposure: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained/light, Acidic, Chalky/alkaline, Moist
Hardiness: Half hardy
Skill level: Beginner
Height: 1000cm
Spread: 300cm
Time to plant seeds: March to May
Flowering period: July to October
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