TROPAEOLUM speciosum

Commonly known as Flame creeper, Flame nasturtium, Scottish flame flower

Rich red small pansy-shaped flowers. Prefers to grow up through other plants with its roots in the shade and dies right back for the winter. Plants supplied will not show much top growth in the first half of the year. Please be aware of this when ordering.

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Seeds £5.00 per packet

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Any 3+ for £4.00 each

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Per Packet - Early in the year, typically January til end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch

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individually £16.00 each, 3+ £12.00 each

Available Early Spring 2020

1.5 to 2 Litre - Early in the year, typically January til end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch

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Red
Height - 3m (10ft)
Spread - 50-90cm (20-36in)
Climber - Some of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clinging
Herbaceous - Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch. - rhizomatous perennial
Hardy - cold winter - Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
Full sun - roots and stems need to be in cool shade - plant will climb up through to the sunlight
Partial shade
Additional Features - Good to know - a mid 1840s introduction by Cornish plant hunter William Lobb (1809-1864).
Pests & Diseases - caterpillars, flea beetles, blackfly, slugs
Place of origin - Chile
Hardiness - Fully hardy
Seasonal Interest - Autumn
Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - humus-rich
Neutral to acid soil