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BOQUILA trifoliolata
A small growing vine with usually, dark green leaves divided into three. However, it has the ability to 'mimic' other plants growing close to it or those it scrambles through ie mimetic polymorphism. Bears small edible fruits
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Evergreen
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Height - 3m (10ft) -
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 - twining climber. Insignificant flowers
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Hardy - average winter - Hardy 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) -
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Additional Features - Good to know - - leaves change size, shape, colour and vein patterns to match surrounding foliage -
Place of origin - Chile, Argentina -
Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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Pruning group - Pruning group 6
Suitable 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 -
Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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