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Plant details
Cape leadwort grows as a scrambling climber in its native habitat of South Africa, growing through and over supports and other plants. From summer until late autumn it is covered in heads of sky-blue flowers. In the cooler climes of the UK, it is best grown in a container where it can be moved into a frost-free area during winter or as a conservatory climber. Under glass, plants may need restrictive pruning in early spring to keep them in check. Tie shoots onto their supports. Plants need a bright spot in well-drained soil. Feed once a month during the growing season. The Royal Horticultural Society have given it their prestigious Award of Garden Merit.
Family: Plumbaginaceae
Genus: Plumbago
Species: auriculata
Plant type: Conservatory climber
Flower colour: Blue
Foliage colour: Light green
Feature: Flowers
Sun exposure: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained/light
Hardiness: Tender
Skill level: Experienced
Height: 500cm
Spread: 250cm
Time to prune: March to April
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