SCHIZOPHRAGMA integrifolium

Deciduous - long-stalked, ovate, entire or finely-toothed, dark-green leaves to 18cm (7in) long.

Cream - creamy white

Height - 12m (39ft)

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 - woody root climber. Produces small flowers in broad, flattened, terminal clusters to 30cm (12in) across with bracts to 9cm (3½in) long.

Hardy - cold winter - Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)

Full sun

Partial shade

Additional Features - Pests & Diseases - - none

Place of origin - central and western China

Hardiness - Fully hardy -

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

Scented Plants - Scented flowers - - slightly scented.

Seasonal Interest - Summer -

Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - - humus-rich