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ERCILLA volubilis
Evergreen, tough climber with fluffy pale pink-purple scented flowers
Further Reading....
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EvergreenOvate-heart-shaped to oblong, lustrous, deep green leaves 4-5cm (1½-2in) long with pale veins
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Pink-purple -
Height6m (20ft) -
ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clingingRoot-clinging climber by adhesive discs on its stems. Vigorous, freely branching climber. Flower spikes are sometimes followed by purple berries.
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Against a wall
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Full sunProtect from cold, drying winds -
Partial shade
ERCILLA volubilis
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Additional Features
Good to knowTie to a support until the root-discs become established. Makes excellent ground cover.
Pests & DiseasesScale insects under glass
Place of originChile -
Flower ShapeSpikesTo 4.5cm (1¾in) long
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Pruning group
Pruning group 6Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
RHS group 9 & 11 -
Scented PlantsScented flowers
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soil
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Ercilla volubilis - Growing Guide
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Garden Goodies
Sisal Twine
2ply sisal garden twine - 250 grams
Only £4.50
Garden Goodies
Natural Twine
Natural garden twine, 500 grams, 350 metres.
Ideal in the garden or the home.
Only £5.00
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