TROPAEOLUM ciliatum

Commonly known as Yellow flame flower

Yellow flowers.
  • Deciduous
  • Height
    5m (16ft)
  • Spread
    1.5m (5ft)
  • 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
    Rampant climber with a dense blanket of 5-lobed, nasturtium-like leaves. Produces masses of red-veined, yellow, nasturtium-like flowers 3cm (1in) across
  • Tuberous
    Tuberous perennial
  • 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)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

TROPAEOLUM ciliatum

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Once established becomes invasive and very difficult to eradicate. Will grow through tall, evergreen hedges
    Pests & Diseases
    Caterpillars
    Place of origin
    Chile
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Moderately fertile
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
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