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MARSDENIA oreophila
(syn. Cionura orephila) - evergreen climber from Yunnan. Strongly scented white flowers in late spring, early summer. Frost hardy, losing leaves below -5°C
Further Reading....
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Evergreen
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HeightTo 3m (10ft) -
ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clingingTwining climber producing umbels of waxy, star-shaped flowers 1cm (½in) across
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Against a wallWill enjoy the protection of a sunny wall
MARSDENIA oreophila
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Additional Features
Pests & DiseasesNone
Place of originSouthwestern China -
Garden Location/ConditionsGreenhouse / conservatoryNot the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winterIn frost prone areas. Use loam-based compost (JI No. 3) in full light
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Scented PlantsScented flowers
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Seasonal InterestSpringSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soilModerately fertile
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Marsdenia oreophila - Growing Guide
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Thermometer which displays current temperature in the centre, with Max above and min below.
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