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PERIPLOCA graeca
Commonly known as Silk vine
Flowers purple-brown inside and greenish white outside
£19.00 each
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Southeastern Europe, southwestern Asia. -
DeciduousHighly-waxed, glossy, oval, pointed leaves to 12cm (5in) long in dense masses.
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Brown or black
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Purple
Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetPurple brown inside -
White
Greenish white outside -
Star-shaped
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
9m (30ft) -
ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clingingFast-growing, woody-stemmed, twining climber. Seed pods split to reveal silky filaments.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy 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) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Full sun
Sheltered position
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Periploca - Growing Guide
