Plant Habit: | Shrub Vine |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 9b -3.9 °C (25 °F) to -1.1 °C (30 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 11 |
Plant Height: | 12 to 14 inches |
Plant Spread: | 12 to 14 inches |
Leaves: | Evergreen |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | White |
Bloom Size: | 3"-4" |
Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer Summer Late summer or early fall |
Suitable Locations: | Houseplant Espalier |
Uses: | Suitable as Annual |
Wildlife Attractant: | Butterflies Hummingbirds |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
Toxicity: | Other: Stems contain a milky sap that is toxic when ingested and may cause contact dermititis in some individuals. |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem |
Containers: | Suitable in 1 gallon Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Suitable for hanging baskets Needs excellent drainage in pots |