{"title":"Climbers","description":"\u003cp\u003eClimbing plants earn more cover per dollar than anything else in the nursery, using a fence or wall you already own instead of garden space. This range runs from self clinging climbing fig to fragrant star jasmine, flowering bougainvillea and white wisteria, over 80 climbers in all. The real choice is how the plant attaches and how much vigour you can manage: some cling politely, some need wires, and a few will swallow a weak pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSelf clinging, twining or scrambling: how a climber attaches\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatch the plant to the surface before you think about flowers. Self clinging types such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/climbing-fig-ficus-pumila\"\u003eclimbing fig\u003c\/a\u003e (\u003cem\u003eFicus pumila\u003c\/em\u003e) and Boston ivy grip masonry with no wires at all, which makes them the answer for bare block walls, but their pads and rootlets can mark render and paint, so keep them off soft surfaces. Twiners, including \u003ca href=\"\/products\/star-jasmine-trachelospermum-jasminoides\"\u003estar jasmine\u003c\/a\u003e, pink jasmine and the native pandoreas, need something to wrap around: tensioned wire, mesh or a trellis. Scramblers like bougainvillea hold on loosely and need tying in while young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVigour is the trade-off that matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fast climbing plant never stops being fast. White Chinese wisteria (\u003cem\u003eWisteria sinensis\u003c\/em\u003e 'Alba') will cover 8m but demands a genuinely strong pergola and two prunings a year, and the thornless banksia rose spreads past 4m if left alone. If you have a courtyard rather than a farmhouse, scale down: a dipladenia stays under 2m on a small trellis, and the native Hardenbergia 'Sea of Purple' climbs to about 2m then stops. Buy the vigour you are prepared to prune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere climbing plants work around Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn tropical and subtropical gardens, bougainvillea, orange trumpet vine, stephanotis and passionfruit all thrive, though passionfruit needs a warm frost free spot to fruit well. In cooler southern gardens, work from the frost hardy list: star jasmine, pink jasmine, banksia rose, wisteria and Boston ivy, whose autumn colour is the best of any climber. Coastal gardens are well served by bougainvillea, climbing fig, star jasmine and the native snake vine. Several also work flat as bank cover; see the combined \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers-groundcover\"\u003eclimbers and groundcover range\u003c\/a\u003e. If privacy is the real goal, compare our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hedging-screening\"\u003ehedging and screening plants\u003c\/a\u003e first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and spacing along a fence\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1m apart.\u003c\/strong\u003e Star jasmine and climbing fig for full, fast coverage of a fence or wall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.5m apart.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink jasmine, Bower of Beauty pandorea and Boston ivy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2m apart.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bougainvillea, passionfruit and orange trumpet vine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3m apart.\u003c\/strong\u003e Banksia rose, which covers a pergola from a single plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant 30cm to 40cm out from the base of a wall, where soil stays dry, and lean the plant back to its support. Water deeply twice a week through the first summer and tie in new growth every few weeks; a climber trained early covers evenly, one left alone becomes a mop on a stick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill a self clinging climber damage my wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSound brick, block and concrete cope well. The risk is render, paint and mortar in poor condition, where pads and rootlets leave marks that outlast the plant. On anything painted, grow a twiner on wires held off the surface instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the fastest way to green a bare fence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStar jasmine planted 1m apart on horizontal wires is the reliable answer: fast growing, evergreen, fragrant in spring and frost hardy. Climbing fig is quicker still on masonry. Our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/climbing-fig-plant-care-tips\"\u003eclimbing fig care guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers keeping it flat and tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre climbers safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck each plant. The banksia rose carries our Pet Friendly flag, but many popular climbers do not: star jasmine has an irritant milky sap, and stephanotis pods and Boston ivy berries are toxic if eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow a climber in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Dipladenia, pink jasmine and stephanotis all suit containers on a balcony with a small frame to climb. Use a pot of 40 litres or more and water more often than in the ground. Everything here is delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95, no minimum order and a 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fruit-salad-plant-monstera-deliciosa","title":"Fruit Salad Plant - Monstera deliciosa","description":"\u003cp\u003eFruit Salad Plant (\u003cem\u003eMonstera deliciosa\u003c\/em\u003e) earns its place on leaf size alone. Mature leaves are broad, deeply cut and full of holes, and one well grown plant fills a corner the way nothing else in the same pot size can. Given a stake or moss pole it climbs to around 3m and spreads about 2m, and outdoors in a frost free garden it keeps going higher wherever it finds something to hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves that do the work of furniture.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single mature leaf can span half a metre, so three or four of them change the feel of a room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuinely low maintenance.\u003c\/strong\u003e It forgives a missed watering and accepts a range of light levels without sulking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast growing.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a warm season with good light it puts out a new leaf every few weeks, each larger than the last.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit that explains the name.\u003c\/strong\u003e In tropical and subtropical gardens the fully ripe fruit tastes of pineapple and banana, though indoor plants rarely fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light near a window it never gets baked by. Direct midday sun through glass scorches the leaves; deep shade gives small leaves with no splits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots on balconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e Under a roof line or pergola it gets the filtered light and shelter it wants, and a container keeps the size in check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e In frost free gardens it grows in the ground under a tree or against a shaded wall, where leaves get far larger than they do inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Monstera deliciosa in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright and indirect is the rule. Young plants carry entire heart shaped leaves, and the famous splits appear only as the plant matures and climbs. Give it a pole and enough light and the splitting follows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is frost tender and happy with heat and humidity. In Darwin, Brisbane, Perth and coastal Sydney it grows outdoors all year. In Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra and Hobart it is an indoor plant brought under cover before the first frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Let the top three to five centimetres of mix dry, then water thoroughly and empty the saucer. Less water in winter, and a liquid feed every four weeks in spring and summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotting and support.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a free draining premium mix and step up a pot size every two years. Tie the climbing stem to a moss pole as it grows, and wipe the leaves clean every few weeks: dust on a leaf that size cuts the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in six sizes, from tube stock to 400mm. Tubes, the 140mm pack of ten and the 200mm pack of six arrive as young plants with solid, unsplit leaves, which is normal and not a fault. The 250mm pack of three and the 300mm plants usually show the first fenestrations, and 400mm plants arrive with several large split leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are packed to travel upright and delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost. Give it a fortnight to settle, then expect a new leaf within four to six weeks in warm weather. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eBrowse indoor plants for Australian homes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/weeping-fig-ficus-benjamina\"\u003eWeeping Fig, another large indoor feature plant\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/planting-tips-how-to-grow-a-beautiful-garden\"\u003ePreparing a bed for outdoor planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does my plant have no holes in the leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is either young or short of light. Splits develop as the plant matures and climbs, so give it a moss pole and more light and the next leaves should come through cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Every part except the fully ripe fruit contains calcium oxalate, which is toxic to pets and irritating to the mouth if chewed. Keep it away from pets and small children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it outside in Melbourne or Adelaide?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot through winter. It is frost tender, so keep it indoors or on a protected verandah once the cold sets in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":51643704607039,"sku":"MON-DEL-tube","price":17.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140103229759,"sku":"MON-DEL-140MM-P10","price":260.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":54140103196991,"sku":"MON-DEL-200MM-P6","price":325.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":54140103131455,"sku":"MON-DEL-300MM","price":140.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm (Backorder)","offer_id":44712457437503,"sku":"MON-DEL-400MM","price":574.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Fruit-Salad-Plant-Monstera-deliciosa_9e253a82.jpg?v=1742471625"},{"product_id":"pink-jasmine-jasminum-polyanthum","title":"Pink Jasmine - Jasminum polyanthum","description":"\u003cp\u003ePink Jasmine (\u003cem\u003eJasminum polyanthum\u003c\/em\u003e) is the climber to choose when a bare fence needs covering quickly and you want perfume as part of the deal. A twining evergreen that reaches about 5m with support and spreads 3m wide, it knits through wire, mesh or lattice into a dense green screen within a couple of seasons. From late winter the whole plant is covered in deep pink buds that open to white starry flowers, and on a still evening the scent carries right across a garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine speed.\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the fastest climbers we sell, able to clothe a fence panel in its first full season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeeks of perfume.\u003c\/strong\u003e The late winter flush is heavy, and the fragrance is strong enough to scent a whole courtyard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo colours at once.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rose pink buds open beside white stars, so the display reads pink and white at once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTough once settled.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost hardy, drought tolerant and untroubled by heat or humidity, it performs from the subtropics down to cool temperate gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeds early pollinators.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bees and butterflies work the flowers at a time of year when little else is open.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it wires, mesh or lattice to twine through, and plant 1.5m apart along the fence for full coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a large pot with a frame it makes a fragrant privacy panel for a small outdoor space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trained over an arch or pergola post it stays a manageable feature if trimmed after flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Pink Jasmine in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to light shade, with the heaviest flowering in sun. It suits subtropical, warm temperate, cool temperate and Mediterranean climates, and established plants shrug off frost. It is not a plant for the wet tropics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Any reasonable garden soil with drainage suits it. Dig compost through the bed before planting and mulch to 75mm, kept clear of the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply once or twice a week through the first summer, then taper off; established plants are drought tolerant. A light feed in spring is plenty, because overfed plants make leaves instead of flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e The job that matters. Prune hard straight after flowering, then trim regrowth two or three times through the warm months, keeping it on its frame, out of trees and clear of bushland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Pink Jasmine as tube stock, as 140mm pots in packs of 10, as 200mm pots in packs of 6, and as established 300mm plants already winding up their support. Tubes are small but move quickly; the packs suit a long fence run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants travel well and settle fast, with new twining shoots usually showing within 3 to 4 weeks in warm weather. Orders are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full climbing plants range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fragrant-plants\"\u003eMore fragrant plants for scent through the year\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/star-jasmine-trachelospermum-jasminoides\"\u003eStar Jasmine, a slower and tidier alternative\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/planting-tips-how-to-grow-a-beautiful-garden\"\u003ePreparing a garden bed before planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast will it cover a fence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanted in spring at 1.5m spacing with something to twine through, expect real coverage in the first growing season and a dense screen by the end of the second.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it damage my fence or walls?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It climbs by twining stems rather than sticky pads or invasive aerial roots, so it cannot grip masonry on its own. It simply needs wires, mesh or lattice to wrap around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I stop it taking over?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne hard prune straight after flowering, then two or three light trims through summer. Never let runners reach trees or shrubs, and keep stems off the soil, where they can take root.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it frost hardy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, established plants handle frost in cool temperate gardens. Young plants in their first winter appreciate a sheltered spot while the root system develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":44341848015167,"sku":"JAS-POL-tube","price":10.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140112240959,"sku":"JAS-POL-140MM-P10","price":203.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":54140112273727,"sku":"JAS-POL-200MM-P6","price":235.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":54140112306495,"sku":"JAS-POL-300MM","price":123.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Pink-Jasmine-Jasminum-polyanthum.jpg?v=1741857969"},{"product_id":"climbing-fig-ficus-pumila","title":"Climbing Fig - Ficus pumila","description":"\u003cp\u003eClimbing Fig (\u003cem\u003eFicus pumila\u003c\/em\u003e) is the quickest way to turn a bare wall or fence into a sheet of living green. It grips hard surfaces by itself, so there is no trellis and no tying in, and it runs to about 5m high and 4m wide once it has something to climb. Planted a metre apart it closes into even cover in two to three seasons. Settle one thing before you buy: those clinging roots hold on properly, so this is a plant for brick, block, concrete and stone, not for render or paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt climbs on its own.\u003c\/strong\u003e Aerial rootlets attach straight to masonry, so a plain block wall needs nothing added before you plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast cover, sold by the run.\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the quickest screening plants we stock, and the multi packs make a long fence line affordable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt grows where others sulk.\u003c\/strong\u003e Poor compacted soil, salt air, humidity and the reflected heat off a wall are all within its range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWalls, fences and screening.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart at the base of the structure and about 150mm out from it, so the roots have soil to work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetaining walls and slopes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Runners root as they travel and knit a bank together. Mass plant at 1m centres and let them join up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficult groundcover positions.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry shade under established trees, narrow side passages and the hot strip beside a driveway, where lawn gives up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Climbing Fig in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun through to fairly deep shade, which is unusual in a climber this quick. It suits tropical, subtropical, warm temperate and cool temperate gardens, but it takes light frost only, so frost prone inland and southern districts want a warm sheltered wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e It tolerates poor soil and copes with the thin compacted ground you find along a wall. Drainage still matters, so loosen the hole, work compost through it and mulch 50mm deep, clear of the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep soak twice a week through the first summer while it attaches, then water only in long dry spells. A light feed of general garden fertiliser in early spring speeds the cover along.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim in spring and again in late summer to hold the sheet flat and stop older growth thickening into woody stems that stand proud of the wall. Wear gloves, as the milky sap can irritate skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in tube, in 140mm packs of ten and in 200mm packs of six. You buy this one by the run, so the packs make sense: ten plants cover roughly 10m of fence at the recommended spacing. Plants arrive young, carrying the small juvenile leaf, and it is normal for them to sit for a few weeks putting down roots before the first runners take hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are packed to travel upright and delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full climber and creeper range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hedging-screening\"\u003eCompare hedging and screening plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fast-growing-plants\"\u003eOther fast growing plants for quick cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sweet-viburnum-viburnum-odoratissimum\"\u003eSweet Viburnum for a freestanding screen\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it damage my wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn sound brick, block, concrete or stone, no. On render, paint or timber it leaves root marks when it is pulled off, and over years it can work into soft mortar and cladding joints. Choose the surface before you plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne metre apart along the base of the wall or fence. Planting closer does not close the gap any faster, and it makes watering the young plants harder while they establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need a trellis or wires?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot on a hard surface, where it attaches by itself. On a wire fence, or on timber you would rather it did not grip, run horizontal wires, tie the leaders in and trim the growth back to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":44341867217215,"sku":"FIC-PUM-tube","price":15.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140112503103,"sku":"FIC-PUM-140MM-P10","price":162.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":54140112535871,"sku":"FIC-PUM-200MM-P6","price":174.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Climbing-Fig-Ficus-pumila_2a9be420.png?v=1768454887"},{"product_id":"star-jasmine-trachelospermum-jasminoides","title":"Star Jasmine - Trachelospermum jasminoides","description":"\u003cp\u003eStar jasmine (\u003cem\u003eTrachelospermum jasminoides\u003c\/em\u003e) is the climber to plant when you want a fence covered, a bank held and the garden perfumed for six weeks in spring. Given wires or a trellis it twines to about 4m and spreads roughly 2m; left flat on the ground it becomes a dense evergreen groundcover instead. It grows in more of Australia than almost anything else we sell, from the tropics to cool temperate and Mediterranean gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfume that carries.\u003c\/strong\u003e The spring flush scents a whole courtyard, and in warm gardens it often repeats lightly through summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo plants in one.\u003c\/strong\u003e On a support it climbs. On flat ground or a slope it runs sideways into a groundcover about 300mm deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt grows almost anywhere.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost hardy once established, drought tolerant once the roots are down, and comfortable in coastal salt and humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt twines, it does not drill.\u003c\/strong\u003e No aerial roots or sucker pads, so it will not damage mortar the way an ivy can.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFences, screens and pergolas.\u003c\/strong\u003e Run three or four horizontal wires 300mm apart and plant 1m apart along the base. At that spacing the stems knit into full cover without the tangle crowding causes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlopes, banks and mass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Planted 1m apart and left unsupported it spreads and roots down as it goes, which suits a bank too steep to mow, or a carpet under established trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing star jasmine in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun gives the heaviest flowering. Part shade keeps the plant green and healthy but you will see fewer flowers. It suits tropical, subtropical, warm temperate, cool temperate and Mediterranean gardens, and a young plant wants shelter through its first winter in cold districts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil and water.\u003c\/strong\u003e Any reasonably drained soil, though it will sulk in ground that stays boggy. On clay, mound the planting position and work compost through. Deep soak twice a week through the first summer, then reduce; established plants handle dry spells but flower better with water in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding and pruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e A controlled release fertiliser in early spring is enough for the year. Shear the plant back straight after flowering, because next season's buds form on the growth that follows. Old plants build a woody thatch and can be cut back hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe sap.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut stems bleed a milky sap that can irritate skin, eyes and mouths, so wear gloves when you prune and keep the offcuts away from pets and small children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in tube, 140mm, 180mm, 200mm, 250mm, 300mm and 400mm, with several smaller sizes in multipacks, which is the practical way to buy for a long fence. Tube and 140mm plants are young and quick to catch up; the 300mm and 400mm usually arrive trained on a stake with several runners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are packed to travel upright and delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost. Expect obvious runners in the first warm spell, and full cover of a fence panel in two to three seasons. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full range of climbing plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/groundcover\"\u003eCompare groundcovers for banks and mass planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fragrant-plants\"\u003eMore perfumed plants for near a doorway\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/planting-tips-how-to-grow-a-beautiful-garden\"\u003ePreparing a garden bed before planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many plants do I need for my fence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne per metre, with wires or mesh to climb. A 10m boundary takes ten plants and reads as solid green in two to three seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it damage my wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It twines rather than clinging with roots or pads, so it will not lift render or mortar. That does mean a bare brick wall needs wires or a trellis fixed to it first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreat it as one to keep out of reach. The milky sap can irritate skin and mouths, so it is not a plant for a run where a dog chews everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is mine green but not flowering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToo much shade, or a hard prune at the wrong time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":44779184619839,"sku":"TRA-JAS-tube","price":10.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":55100304916799,"sku":"TRA-JAS-100MM-P10","price":116.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140114436415,"sku":"TRA-JAS-140MM-P10","price":158.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":54140114469183,"sku":"TRA-JAS-200MM-P6","price":188.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":54140114567487,"sku":"TRA-JAS-300MM","price":126.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":54140114600255,"sku":"TRA-JAS-400MM","price":462.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500mm","offer_id":55100305080639,"sku":"TRA-JAS-500MM","price":481.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"110L","offer_id":55100305113407,"sku":"TRA-JAS-110L","price":3575.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Star-Jasmine-Trachelospermum-jasminoides_bd3c4e72.png?v=1768454974"},{"product_id":"bower-of-beauty-pandorea-pandorea-jasminoides-bower-of-beauty","title":"Bower of Beauty Pandorea - Pandorea jasminoides 'Bower of Beauty'","description":"\u003cp\u003eBower of Beauty (\u003cem\u003ePandorea jasminoides\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bower of Beauty') turns a bare fence into something green and flowering faster than almost anything else. It is an Australian native climber that covers about 5m of fence or pergola, roughly 2m wide per plant, with soft pink trumpets carrying a deep rose throat from spring into summer. The foliage is glossy and evergreen, so the screen holds through winter. Planted 1.5m apart it closes into continuous cover within two seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers you can see from the street.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clusters of pink and white trumpets, heaviest in spring, repeating through the warm months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast without being a problem.\u003c\/strong\u003e It twines around wire and lattice rather than gripping with aerial roots, so it will not mark render and can be unwound when the fence needs painting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen cover.\u003c\/strong\u003e The screen stays dense in winter, which matters if the point of it is blocking a view.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandles exposure.\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt tolerant, humidity tolerant and genuinely drought tolerant once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative and bird attracting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Honeyeaters work the flowers, and older stems give small birds cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFences and boundaries.\u003c\/strong\u003e Run two or three horizontal wires 300mm apart along the fence and plant 1.5m in front of them. Closer spacing does not fill the gap faster, it only makes the base woody.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePergolas and carports.\u003c\/strong\u003e One plant per post covers a standard bay. Tie the leaders up the post, then let it run across the beams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 400mm pot with a trellis suits apartments where the screening has to be removable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Bower of Beauty in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun gives the heaviest flowering; part shade works but the display drops off. This suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens. It takes light frost only, so cold inland districts, the tablelands and hard frosting southern gardens need a warm north facing wall or a pot you can shift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not fussy, provided water moves through. On heavy clay, plant on a low mound and dig compost through the whole bed. Mulch 75mm deep, kept clear of the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep soak twice a week through the first summer, then taper to weekly. A complete fertiliser in early spring and again after the main flush keeps growth steady.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraining and pruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tie the leading stems where you want them for the first year, or the plant piles up at the base and leaves the top bare. Prune after flowering, and cut back hard to a framework every three or four years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in 140mm packs of ten, 200mm packs of six and single 300mm pots. The packs suit a fence run, since a 12m boundary takes eight plants at 1.5m spacing. The 300mm size arrives larger and suits a single pergola post, or a pot that has to perform straight away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are packed to travel upright and delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Expect a slow first month while roots establish, then rapid growth in warm weather. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full climbers range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hedging-screening\"\u003eCompare screening plants for privacy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-natives\"\u003eShop Australian native plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/maximizing-space-how-to-create-a-thriving-vertical-garden\"\u003eHow to build a vertical garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it along a fence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne and a half metres apart, in a single row in front of wires or lattice. That gives full coverage and keeps the base open enough to water and feed properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it damage my fence or wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It twines rather than clinging with aerial roots, so it needs a support and will not pull render or paint off masonry. It does get heavy with age, so build that support properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe list a plant as pet friendly only where that has been confirmed for the species, and this one has not been. If your dog chews plants, choose from our confirmed pet friendly range instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":44943095660863,"sku":"PAN-JAS-BOWOF-140MM-P10","price":209.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":44780189778239,"sku":"PAN-JAS-BOWOF-200MM-P6","price":252.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm (Backorder)","offer_id":50478862205247,"sku":"PAN-JAS-BOWOF-300MM","price":181.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Bower-of-Beauty-Pandorea-Pandorea-jasminoides-Bower-of-Beauty.png?v=1766222277"},{"product_id":"my-fair-lady-dipladenia-sanderi","title":"My Fair Lady - Dipladenia sanderi","description":"\u003cp\u003eMy Fair Lady is a twining dipladenia (\u003cem\u003eMandevilla sanderi\u003c\/em\u003e 'My Fair Lady') that climbs to about 2.5m on a support and spreads around 1.5m, carrying white trumpet flowers with a yellow throat through the warm months. It is the simplest way to get a long flowering climber onto a balcony screen or a courtyard trellis. One thing to know before you buy: the milky sap irritates skin and the plant is toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers for months, not weeks.\u003c\/strong\u003e In warm weather it produces flushes of white trumpets continuously rather than one short burst.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwines rather than clings.\u003c\/strong\u003e It winds around wires, mesh and slim trellis and has no clinging roots, so it will not mark render or paintwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for heat and humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat tolerant and humidity tolerant, so it keeps flowering through a coastal or inland summer that stops fussier climbers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall footprint.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is happy in a pot, which makes it one of the few climbers that suits an apartment with no garden bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 400mm pot with a slim obelisk holds one plant for years. Use a premium mix and repot every second season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trained on wires against a wall it gives height and flower without taking floor area, and it cuts back to fit each season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting in small gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e One plant on an entry arch or a letterbox frame reads as a deliberate feature rather than a filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing My Fair Lady dipladenia in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade, with light afternoon shade an advantage in hot inland gardens. It suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate districts. Being frost tender, cool and southern gardens should keep it potted and shelter it over winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining is the priority. In the ground, improve heavy soil with compost and coarse sand and plant on a slight mound. In pots, never let it stand in a saucer of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply when the top few centimetres dry, less in winter. Feed with a controlled release fertiliser in spring and a high potassium liquid feed monthly through summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut back by up to a third in early spring. Flowers form on new wood, so an early prune gives a fuller, better flowering plant. Wear gloves, as cut stems bleed milky sap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in two sizes: a pack of ten in 140mm pots, and a pack of six in 200mm pots. The 140mm plants are young and the value option when you are planting several supports. The 200mm plants are further along and give a display sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants travel packed upright and are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Expect growth to restart within two to three weeks in warm weather, and flowers inside the first season. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full climber range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-balconies\"\u003ePlants that suit balconies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/gardening-in-small-spaces-guide\"\u003eMaking the most of a small garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Dipladenia is toxic to cats and dogs, and the milky sap irritates skin and eyes. Plant it out of reach of pets and children, and wear gloves when pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need a trellis?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It twines rather than sticks, so it needs wires, mesh or an obelisk to climb. Without support it will scramble along the ground instead of gaining height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive a frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is frost tender. In frost prone districts keep it potted so it can move under cover for winter, and cut back damaged growth in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy has it stopped flowering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually too little light, too much nitrogen, or no spring prune. Move it brighter, switch to a high potassium feed, and cut it back by a third next spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":44837344674111,"sku":"DIP-SAN-140MM-P10","price":259.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":44837348933951,"sku":"DIP-SAN-200MM-P6","price":252.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/My-Fair-Lady-Dipladenia-sanderi_073e0054.jpg?v=1742472653"},{"product_id":"merlins-magic-dipladenia-dipladenia-sanderi-rosea","title":"Merlin's Magic Dipladenia - Dipladenia sanderi 'Rosea'","description":"\u003cp\u003eMerlin's Magic Dipladenia (\u003cem\u003eMandevilla sanderi\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rosea') is the flowering climber for a hot courtyard where nothing has room to sprawl. It twines to about 1.5m tall and 1m wide, small enough for a pot and a slim trellis, and carries deep pink trumpet flowers in flushes from spring through to autumn. Unlike the larger mandevillas it stays compact and keeps flowering without constant tying in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonths of flower, not weeks.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink trumpets open in repeated flushes from spring to autumn, heaviest through the warm months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact for a climber.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 1.5m by 1m it suits an obelisk or a balcony railing rather than swallowing a fence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat and humidity are no problem.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is South American and genuinely enjoys a hot, sticky summer, which few flowering climbers manage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrought tolerant once settled.\u003c\/strong\u003e Established plants cope with dry spells, although potted plants still need regular water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots, balconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 400mm pot with an obelisk is the classic use. Growing it in a container also lets you move it under cover, which matters in any garden that gets frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e It drops very little litter compared with most flowering shrubs, handles reflected heat off paving, and sits the flowers at eye level along a pool fence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting in small gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trained up a post or a wall mounted wire, one plant becomes a vertical run of colour in a bed too narrow for a shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing dipladenia in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun gives the heaviest flowering, with afternoon shade acceptable in the hottest inland gardens. This is a tropical, subtropical and warm temperate plant, and it is frost tender. In cool temperate gardens grow it in a pot and shift it under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining above everything else. Use a quality potting mix in containers, and open up heavy garden soil with compost and coarse sand. Cold wet roots over winter are the usual cause of loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when the top few centimetres of mix dry out in spring and summer, then cut right back in winter. Liquid feed every two to three weeks through the warm months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tip prune young growth to force branching, and cut the plant back by about a third in early spring. Flowers form on new wood, so that spring cut drives the season ahead. The stems bleed a milky sap, so wear gloves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is sold in 200mm pots in packs of six and 140mm pots in packs of ten. The 200mm plants are more advanced, already twining and often carrying buds in the warmer months. The 140mm plants are younger and better value per plant across a long balcony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClimbers travel with their stems tied in, and some leaf drop after transit is normal. Give each plant its support within a week of arrival, because unsupported stems twine around each other and are awkward to separate later. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full climbing plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/your-ideal-tropical-poolside-plants-for-low-maintenance-bliss\"\u003eChoosing low maintenance poolside plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003eCompare plants for poolside gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-balconies\"\u003ePlants that perform on a balcony\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs dipladenia safe around cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The stems and leaves carry a milky sap that is toxic if chewed and irritating to skin, so keep it out of reach of pets that graze on foliage. Wear gloves when you prune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is frost tender, so an unprotected plant in a cold garden will be cut back or killed by a hard frost. In cool temperate districts treat it as a container plant and move it under a verandah for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need a trellis?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It twines rather than clinging, so it needs something slim to wrap around. It will not attach itself to a flat wall or a paling fence without help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":44837358993727,"sku":"DIP-SAN-ROS-140MM-P10","price":369.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":44837450776895,"sku":"DIP-SAN-ROS-200MM-P6","price":252.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Merlins-Magic-Dipladenia-Dipladenia-sanderi-Rosea.jpg?v=1741858304"},{"product_id":"snake-vine-hibbertia-scandens","title":"Snake Vine - Hibbertia scandens","description":"\u003cp\u003eSnake Vine (\u003cem\u003eHibbertia scandens\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most useful native plants for covering ground fast. Given a support it twines to about 3m; left flat it sprawls 2m or more as a mat of glossy leaves studded with bright yellow flowers through the warm season. It is a coastal plant by nature, so salt, sand, wind and humidity do not trouble it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCovers ground quickly.\u003c\/strong\u003e A fast grower that closes a bare bank or a hot verge in a season or two.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers most of the warm months.\u003c\/strong\u003e Large yellow blooms open in succession from spring into autumn and bring in bees and butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal proof.\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt tolerant, wind tolerant and happy in poor sandy soil, which is exactly what a beachside garden needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimber or groundcover.\u003c\/strong\u003e The same plant can trail over a wall, run along the ground or twine up a fence, depending on what you give it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroundcover and mass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart for a dense cover. At that spacing the stems knit within two seasons and shade out most weed seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetaining walls and slopes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set plants along the top and let the growth spill down. The roots hold loose soil on a bank that is awkward to mow or maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal gardens and screening.\u003c\/strong\u003e On a wire fence or trellis it climbs to around 3m and gives a light green screen, though it is a soft cover rather than a solid privacy hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing snake vine in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun gives the heaviest flowering, and it accepts light shade with looser growth. It suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens, and takes light frost only, so cold inland and southern districts need a sheltered warm position or a different groundcover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost anything that drains, including sand and poor soil. Improve heavy clay with compost and plant slightly proud of the surface. A 75mm mulch layer keeps the roots cool while it establishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water twice a week through the first summer, then it copes with dry spells alone. A native fertiliser in early spring is enough, and too much feed produces leaf at the expense of flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is vigorous and will climb into shrubs given the chance, so cut it back hard in late winter and shear stray runners through the year. It reshoots readily from old wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in a 140mm pack of ten, which is the right unit for the job, since a bank or verge needs numbers rather than one large plant. Each is a young established plant with a few runners. Ten plants at 1m spacing cover roughly ten square metres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are packed to travel upright and delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Expect a quiet few weeks while the roots take, then rapid runner growth through the first warm season. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/groundcover\"\u003eBrowse groundcover plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/best-trailing-plants-for-retaining-wall\"\u003eTrailing plants for retaining walls\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-coastal-areas\"\u003ePlants for coastal and salt exposed gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eCompare the climber range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many plants do I need per square metre?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne plant per square metre, which is the 1m spacing that gives a dense cover. Tighter planting closes the gap a little sooner but costs more without a lasting benefit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it take over the garden?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is vigorous and will climb into neighbouring shrubs if ignored. An annual hard cutback in late winter plus the occasional shear keeps it where you want it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it grow in a pot or over a balcony rail?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, in a large container with free draining mix. Trailing stems look good over an edge, and the plant tolerates the wind and reflected heat that many balconies suffer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":44837446091071,"sku":"HIB-SCA-140MM-P10","price":203.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":55100330770751,"sku":"HIB-SCA-200MM-P6","price":219.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250mm (Pack of 3)","offer_id":55100330672447,"sku":"HIB-SCA-250MM-P3","price":348.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Snake-Vine-Hibbertia-scandens.jpg?v=1741858316"},{"product_id":"pink-dipladenia-mandevilla-sanderi-rosea","title":"Pink Dipladenia - Mandevilla sanderi 'Rosea'","description":"\u003cp\u003ePink Dipladenia (\u003cem\u003eMandevilla sanderi\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rosea') is the flowering climber for a warm courtyard or a pot beside the pool. It reaches about 2m with support and stays around 1m wide, so it climbs without the bulk of a full sized mandevilla. Pink trumpet flowers open from late spring and keep coming until the weather cools, set against glossy dark leaves that stay put all year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonths of flowering, not weeks.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink trumpets appear in flushes from late spring through to autumn wherever nights stay mild.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact for a climber.\u003c\/strong\u003e At roughly 2m by 1m it suits a small trellis, an obelisk in a pot or a balcony railing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for heat and humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat tolerant and humidity tolerant, which is what a north facing courtyard demands in February.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen and glossy.\u003c\/strong\u003e The thick waxy foliage looks presentable between flushes, so it carries a pot through winter in warm gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the use it does best. A pot 400mm or wider with a small obelisk suits it, and a container lets you shift it under cover if cold threatens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it the brightest position available and something to twine on, because it climbs by twining rather than clinging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside and feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e The leathery leaves cope with reflected heat and glare, and it drops little litter around paving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Pink Dipladenia in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to bright part shade, sheltered from wind. It suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens. Being frost tender, in Melbourne, Canberra or Adelaide it needs a pot that moves to a warm verandah over winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining above all else. Improve heavy soil with compost and coarse sand, or plant on a raised mound. In pots, never leave it standing in a full saucer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when the top few centimetres dry out, and ease back in winter. Feed a controlled release fertiliser for flowering plants in early spring, then liquid feed monthly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut back by about a third in early spring before growth starts, since flowers form on new wood. The milky sap is toxic and irritates skin, so wear gloves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in 140mm pots sold in packs of ten and 200mm pots sold in packs of six. Both arrive as young plants, typically 20cm to 40cm of growth with the first stems ready to twine, not as a filled out trellis. That is normal for this plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome leaf yellowing after a few days in a box is a transport response rather than a fault. Pot it up promptly and give it a fortnight in a bright sheltered spot. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Expect first flowers the same season, backed by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/your-ideal-tropical-poolside-plants-for-low-maintenance-bliss\"\u003eTropical plants that suit a poolside setting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eCompare climbing plants for trellises and fences\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003eBrowse plants selected for poolside gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ePlants that perform well in containers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The milky sap is toxic if chewed or swallowed and can cause a rash on contact. Keep it raised away from pets that chew foliage, and wash your hands after pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive a frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot an open one. It is frost tender, so in cool temperate gardens grow it in a pot and move it somewhere warm before winter. In frost free gardens it stays outside year round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy has mine stopped flowering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually too little light, too much nitrogen, or no spring prune. Flowers form on new growth, so a cut back by a third in early spring plus a sunny position normally fixes it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":44837447106879,"sku":"MAN-SAN-ROS-140MM-P10","price":369.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6) (Backorder)","offer_id":44837447139647,"sku":"MAN-SAN-ROS-200MM-P6","price":317.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Pink-Dipladenia-Mandevilla-sanderi-Rosea.jpg?v=1741858317"},{"product_id":"alba-bower-vine-pandorea-jasminoides-alba","title":"Alba Bower Vine - Pandorea jasminoides 'Alba'","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlba Bower Vine (\u003cem\u003ePandorea jasminoides\u003c\/em\u003e 'Alba') turns a plain fence into a wall of white trumpet flowers. Given something to climb it reaches about 5m and spreads roughly 2m, and it stays evergreen year round. It twines rather than clings, so it needs wire or a trellis and will not grip render or brickwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite trumpets through the warm months.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean white bells with a soft throat cover the plant from spring into autumn, and established vines flower more heavily each year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick cover on a bare fence.\u003c\/strong\u003e A fast grower, so a wire panel or lattice fills in well ahead of most evergreen screening shrubs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian native, and the pollinators use it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to eastern Australia, with flowers that draw bees and butterflies through the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandles a hard position.\u003c\/strong\u003e Once established it is drought tolerant, salt tolerant and comfortable in humidity, so coastal and subtropical gardens suit it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Run it along a wire trellis or fence panel at 1.5m spacing for full cover. That spacing lets each plant build its own framework instead of tangling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 40cm to 50cm pot with a frame holds one plant comfortably, giving height and flower with no garden bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trained over an arch, pergola or carport beam it reads as a flowering ceiling rather than a screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Alba Bower Vine in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun brings the heaviest flowering; part shade thins the display. It suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens, and takes light frost only, so cold inland districts, the tablelands and frosty southern gardens need a sheltered warm wall or a pot that can move under cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining soil of any type suits it. On clay, plant on a low mound and work compost through the bed. Mulch 75mm deep, kept clear of the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep soak twice a week through the first summer, then taper to a weekly drink. A controlled release native fertiliser in early spring covers the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tie new growth to the support as it goes, then prune straight after the main flush. It reshoots from old wood, so a tangled vine can be cut back hard in early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree sizes are sold: 140mm in a pack of 10, 200mm in a pack of 6, and a single 300mm pot. The packs suit a long fence line: young plants establish quickly and cost far less per metre. The 300mm plant is larger and already twining, which suits a single arch or pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants travel with the growth tied in and can arrive leaning, which corrects within a fortnight once tied to a support. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee. Expect solid cover in two to three seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full climbing plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-plants-to-soften-fences-and-retaining-walls\"\u003eSoftening a fence or retaining wall with planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-natives\"\u003eCompare other Australian natives\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it along a fence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpace plants 1.5m apart in a single line. Closer planting crowds the bases and makes pruning harder without closing the gap sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it damage my fence or walls?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It twines around a support rather than gripping the surface, so it will not mark render or lift paint. It does need wire, mesh or lattice to hold onto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it flower in shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt grows in part shade but flowering drops noticeably. For a heavy display give it at least half a day of direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Use a pot of at least 40cm with a frame or obelisk, water more often than you would in the ground, and feed in spring and late summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":44949492531519,"sku":"PAN-JAS-ALB-140MM-P10","price":194.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":50438078628159,"sku":"PAN-JAS-ALB-200MM-P6","price":239.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm (Backorder)","offer_id":44965581193535,"sku":"PAN-JAS-ALB-300MM","price":165.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/alba-bower-vine-pandorea-jasminoides-alba-nnm.jpg?v=1791112379"},{"product_id":"ice-caps-variegated-creeping-fig-ficus-pumila-ice-caps","title":"Ice Caps Variegated Creeping Fig - Ficus pumila 'Ice Caps'","description":"\u003cp\u003eIce Caps Variegated Creeping Fig (\u003cem\u003eFicus pumila\u003c\/em\u003e 'Ice Caps') is the fastest way to turn a bare block wall into a green one. Small heart shaped leaves edged in cream cling flat to the surface, climbing to about 3m and spreading 3m sideways, so a run of fence disappears in a couple of seasons. The variegation lifts a shaded courtyard in a way plain creeping fig never does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt covers walls fast.\u003c\/strong\u003e A quick grower that self clings, so there is no wire, no trellis and no tying in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCream variegation that reads from a distance.\u003c\/strong\u003e The pale margins keep a shaded wall from going flat green, which is the usual result with the plain form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA flat, tailored finish.\u003c\/strong\u003e Juvenile growth presses tight against the surface, giving the sheeted look designers use on courtyard walls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal and heat tolerant.\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt tolerant, heat tolerant and comfortable in humidity, so exposed courtyards and seaside walls suit it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWalls, fences and screening.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 50cm apart to cover a wall quickly. Use it on masonry, blockwork and hardwood fencing, and read the warning below first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetaining walls, slopes and pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e It cascades down a wall face as readily as it climbs one, holds soil on a bank where mowing is impossible, and forms a groundcover mat about 200mm deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne point to be clear on before planting: the clinging roots grip hard and can damage render, paint and mortar when the plant is pulled off. Keep it away from painted surfaces, heritage brickwork and pipes, and clip it off gutters and roof lines every year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Ice Caps Creeping Fig in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade both work, with the strongest variegation in bright light and the best leaf size in part shade. It suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens and takes light frost only, so hard frosting inland and southern gardens should choose a hardier climber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ordinary garden soil is fine as long as it drains. Improve sandy ground with compost, mound heavy clay, and mulch 50mm deep clear of the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Twice a week through the first summer while it attaches, then weekly in dry spells. A complete slow release fertiliser in early spring and mid summer keeps growth fast and the variegation clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clip it two or three times a year. Regular trimming keeps the small flat juvenile leaves; left alone, mature stems stand off the wall and carry coarser foliage. Wear gloves, because the milky sap irritates skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in three sizes: tube stock, 140mm in packs of ten and 200mm in packs of six, with tube and 200mm running on backorder at times. Tubes are the value choice for a long wall, since the plant grows fast enough that the head start from a larger pot is quickly erased.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClimbers travel with their runners loose and can look untidy on arrival, which is cosmetic. Plant against the wall, water in well, and expect the first shoots to attach within four to six weeks in warm weather. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95, and our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/climbing-fig-plant-care-tips\"\u003eHow to train and trim a climbing fig\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full climber range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-retaining-walls\"\u003ePlants for retaining walls and steep slopes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-plants-to-soften-fences-and-retaining-walls\"\u003eSoftening fences and hard walls with planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it damage my wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can. The clinging roots grip render, paint and mortar firmly, and removing an established plant usually takes the surface finish with it. Use it on sound masonry you are happy to commit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFifty centimetres apart along the base of the wall for quick, even coverage. Wider spacing still works, it simply takes an extra season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it hold its variegation in shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePartly. The cream margins are strongest in bright light and fade towards green in deep shade. Part shade with a few hours of sun is the best compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":44956507537727,"sku":"FIC-PUM-ICECAP-tube","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140128952639,"sku":"FIC-PUM-ICECAP-140MM-P10","price":249.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6) (Backorder)","offer_id":54140128985407,"sku":"FIC-PUM-ICECAP-200MM-P6","price":233.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Ice-Caps-Variegated-Creeping-Fig-Ficus-pumila-Ice-Caps.png?v=1766222652"},{"product_id":"sea-of-purple-hardenbergia-hardenbergia-violacea-sea-of-purple","title":"Sea of Purple Hardenbergia - Hardenbergia violacea 'Sea of Purple'","description":"\u003cp\u003eSea of Purple Hardenbergia (\u003cem\u003eHardenbergia violacea\u003c\/em\u003e 'Sea of Purple') does two jobs from one plant: left on flat ground it scrambles into a groundcover about 2m across, and given wires or a trellis it climbs to about 2m instead. Either way, through late winter and early spring it disappears under sprays of small purple pea flowers, at the point in the year when most Australian gardens have nothing going on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurple when the garden is empty.\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowering runs through late winter into early spring, weeks ahead of the main spring show.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGroundcover or climber, your choice.\u003c\/strong\u003e Let it run and it covers ground; give it a support and it climbs to around 2m. Same plant, two different uses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuinely tough.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost hardy, drought tolerant, salt tolerant and happy in poor soil, so it holds banks and verges that defeat softer plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast cover, and food for bees.\u003c\/strong\u003e It fills its space in a season or two, which matters on a slope, and the late winter pea flowers are a genuine early food source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroundcover and mass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart for full groundcover. Ten plants at that spacing cover roughly 10 square metres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetaining walls and slopes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set it along the top of a wall at the same 1m spacing and let it spill over the face. On a bank the scrambling stems and fibrous roots hold surface soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening, balconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e On a fence or trellis it gives a light screen to about 2m, or a small frame in a 400mm pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing hardenbergia in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun gives the heaviest flowering, and it grows in part shade with a lighter display. It suits subtropical, warm temperate, cool temperate and Mediterranean gardens and is frost hardy once established. The wet tropics are the honest exception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining above all else. Poor, sandy and gravelly soils are fine, and a lean site flowers better than a rich one. On clay, mound the bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep water weekly through the first summer, then it needs very little in most districts. Feed sparingly, and only with a low phosphorus native fertiliser. As a legume it fixes its own nitrogen, so heavy feeding gives leaf and almost no flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shear it back by about a third straight after flowering finishes in spring. This is not optional: an unpruned plant goes woody and bare through the middle while the growth runs to the edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in two sizes, both sold as packs: 140mm in packs of ten and 200mm in packs of six. Ten 140mm plants at 1m spacing cover about 10 square metres of bank or bed, and six 200mm plants cover about 6 square metres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants arrive as young trailing stems rather than a finished mat. Spread the stems out at planting and peg them down for faster ground contact. Expect roots to take hold in four to six weeks in warm weather. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/groundcover\"\u003eCompare the full groundcover plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/top-plants-for-ground-cover-a-guide-to-greenery\"\u003eA guide to choosing plants for ground cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-natives\"\u003eBrowse more Australian native plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-retaining-walls\"\u003ePlants for retaining walls and slopes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it for groundcover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne metre apart. That closes into continuous cover within two seasons on a well watered site. On a dry exposed bank where growth is slower, 80cm is a reasonable adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it a climber or a groundcover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth, and what you give it decides. Nothing to climb and it scrambles as a groundcover; wires or a trellis and it twines to around 2m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I stop it going woody in the middle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShear it by about a third every year immediately after flowering, while there is still leafy growth on the stems you cut. Skip it for a few years and you get bare woody centres that will not regrow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140130230591,"sku":"HAR-VIO-SEAOF-140MM-P10","price":229.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6) (Backorder)","offer_id":44960228049215,"sku":"HAR-VIO-SEAOF-200MM-P6","price":317.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Sea-of-Purple-Hardenbergia-Hardenbergia-violacea-Sea-of-Purple_fa0c42b1.jpg?v=1768455367"},{"product_id":"madagascar-jasmine-stephanotis-floribunda","title":"Madagascar Jasmine - Stephanotis floribunda","description":"\u003cp\u003eMadagascar Jasmine (\u003cem\u003eStephanotis floribunda\u003c\/em\u003e) is grown for the scent. It is a neat evergreen twining climber reaching about 3m tall and 1.5m wide, with waxy dark green leaves and clusters of pure white tubular flowers through the warm months. The perfume is heavy and sweet, and carries on a still evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance worth planting for.\u003c\/strong\u003e Site it where people pass and the scent does the rest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWell behaved on a small structure.\u003c\/strong\u003e At around 3m it covers a trellis or archway without the constant cutting back vigorous climbers demand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA long run of flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e White flushes come through spring and summer, and on and off much of the year in warm frost free gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourtyards and balconies.\u003c\/strong\u003e Enclosed spaces trap the perfume, and warmth off a sunny wall suits a plant from a tropical island. A 400mm pot or larger with a trellis is the classic treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeside doors and windows.\u003c\/strong\u003e Scent works at pinch points, and on a trellis the flowers sit at nose height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight screening and archways.\u003c\/strong\u003e On wires or lattice it makes a neat green panel, and over a low arch it gives structure and flowers without outgrowing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Madagascar Jasmine in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright filtered light or morning sun, with shade from harsh afternoon sun. It suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens. It is frost tender, so in cool inland and southern districts grow it in a pot that comes into a glasshouse or verandah over winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, free draining and high in organic matter. Work compost through the bed before planting, and in pots use a premium potting mix. Never let the pot stand in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil evenly moist through spring and summer, then reduce watering over winter, which triggers the next flowering cycle. Feed with a controlled release fertiliser in early spring and a potassium rich liquid feed fortnightly while budding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport and pruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e It twines, so it needs wires, mesh or a trellis and will not cling to a bare wall. Prune lightly after the main flush, and avoid heavy pruning in late winter, because flowers form on new growth from established stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety.\u003c\/strong\u003e The milky sap and the seed pods are toxic if eaten and the sap can irritate skin. Wear gloves when pruning and keep it clear of where pets and small children play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is supplied in a 300mm pot and as a 200mm pack of six. The 300mm is a single established plant already twining, the right choice for a feature position, while the pack of six suits a fence line or matching pots. Plants travel with their growth tied in, so expect to untie and retrain the stems in the first week, and flowering often pauses for a season after transplanting. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full climbing plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fragrant-plants\"\u003eCompare other scented plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pots-and-planters\"\u003eChoose a pot and trellis for a climber\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/planting-tips-how-to-grow-a-beautiful-garden\"\u003ePreparing soil for a new planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is mine not flowering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost always not enough light, too much nitrogen producing leaves at the expense of buds, or no cool drier rest over winter. A brighter position and a potassium rich feed usually fixes it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant them for a screen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow 1m to 1.5m between plants along a wire or lattice, based on a mature width of about 1.5m. That closes into a continuous panel to around 3m high without leaving gaps you wait years to fill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The milky sap and the seed pods are toxic if eaten. Grow it up a trellis or in a raised pot out of reach of dogs and cats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":55100370157887,"sku":"STE-FLO-140MM-P10","price":413.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":44960458047807,"sku":"STE-FLO-200MM-P6","price":341.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":44965644960063,"sku":"STE-FLO-300MM","price":148.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm (Backorder)","offer_id":55100370223423,"sku":"STE-FLO-400MM","price":825.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Madagascar-Jasmine-Stephanotis-floribunda.png?v=1766222679"},{"product_id":"white-chinese-wisteria-wisteria-sinensis-alba","title":"White Chinese Wisteria - Wisteria sinensis 'Alba'","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhite Chinese Wisteria (\u003cem\u003eWisteria sinensis\u003c\/em\u003e 'Alba') drapes a pergola in long, perfumed white flower racemes each spring, most of them opening on bare wood before the leaves unfurl. It is a powerful deciduous climber that will cover 8m of structure, its best feature or its worst depending on management. Give it a strong frame and two prunes a year and it repays you for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe spring display.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fragrant white racemes hang from every spur in early spring, before the foliage, so nothing hides them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer shade, winter sun.\u003c\/strong\u003e Being deciduous, it roofs a pergola in soft green through the hot months, then drops its leaves to let winter light through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast cover.\u003c\/strong\u003e A young plant runs several metres a season once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTough constitution.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost hardy, wind tolerant and drought tolerant once established. Cold winters improve the flowering rather than harming it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfume that carries.\u003c\/strong\u003e On a still spring day the scent drifts well beyond the pergola.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePergolas and verandas.\u003c\/strong\u003e The classic use: a roof of flower over outdoor living space. The structure must be genuinely strong, steel or heavy hardwood, because mature stems thicken like small tree trunks and will crush light battens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trained along a strong wire system on a boundary, one plant clothes about 5m of fence in a leafy summer screen. Remember it stands bare in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAway from the house itself.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant it clear of gutters, downpipes and neighbouring trees. Questing stems wind into anything within reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing white Chinese wisteria in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun for flowering. It suits warm temperate, cool temperate, Mediterranean and subtropical climates and is completely frost hardy. Districts with a proper cold winter see the heaviest flowering; in the frost free subtropics growth is rampant but the spring display is lighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, well drained soil with compost worked through. Established vines are unfussy and drought tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly through the first two summers. Go gently with fertiliser: high nitrogen feeds push leaves at the expense of flower. If it needs anything, use a flowering formulation in early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Twice a year, without exception. In summer, cut the long whippy shoots back to about five leaves; in winter, shorten those same spurs to two or three buds. This builds the flowering spur system and keeps the vine inside its allotted space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell it in single 300mm pots and a 200mm pack of 6 for long runs of fence or pergola posts. Plants arrive as young vines ready to be tied to their support, and they spend their first season or two building a framework rather than flowering. Expect the first proper display in the second or third spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eclimbing plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor evergreen, lower maintenance perfume, consider \u003ca href=\"\/products\/star-jasmine-trachelospermum-jasminoides\"\u003eStar Jasmine\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore the rest of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fragrant-plants\"\u003efragrant plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long before it flowers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually two to three springs after planting. The vine builds a framework first, and flowering begins as the spurs mature. Correct pruning brings that day forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs wisteria safe around children and pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe seeds and pods are toxic if eaten, so remove the velvety pods that follow flowering in homes with small children or dogs that chew. Casual contact is harmless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it damage my pergola?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light one, yes, eventually. Mature trunks thicken and twist with real force, so build with steel posts or heavy section timber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my wisteria not flowering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToo much shade, too much nitrogen or skipped pruning. Full sun, a lean diet and the spur pruning routine solve almost every case; young vines also simply need time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly with commitment. A very large tub, sturdy support and hard pruning twice a year can hold it, though a courtyard is often better served by a free standing standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":44964681122111,"sku":"WIS-SIN-ALB-200MM-P6","price":278.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":54140131344703,"sku":"WIS-SIN-ALB-300MM","price":186.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":55100371075391,"sku":"WIS-SIN-ALB-400MM","price":396.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/White-Chinese-Wisteria-Wisteria-sinensis-Alba_f2e33954.jpg?v=1742472869"},{"product_id":"white-out-hardenbergia-hardenbergia-violacea-white-out","title":"White Out Hardenbergia - Hardenbergia violacea 'White Out'","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhite Out Hardenbergia is the white flowered form of the native purple coral pea, for covering a fence, bank or retaining wall fast and cheaply. \u003cem\u003eHardenbergia violacea\u003c\/em\u003e 'White Out' twines to about 2m on a support, or scrambles 2m across the ground without one, then smothers itself in pure white pea flowers in late winter and early spring when little else is out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers when nothing else does.\u003c\/strong\u003e The white reads cleanly against the dark glossy leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimber or groundcover.\u003c\/strong\u003e Twines to 2m on wires or a trellis, or runs flat across a slope with nothing to climb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast and cheap coverage.\u003c\/strong\u003e A bare fence or bank covers over in a season or two, and multi-plant packs make a large area affordable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA hardy Australian native.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost hardy, drought tolerant, salt tolerant and unbothered by poor soil, so difficult sites are its natural territory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlopes, walls and mass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart in a staggered grid rather than rows. Stems root where they touch damp soil, so the planting binds a slope as it covers it, with complete cover in two seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening a fence.\u003c\/strong\u003e On wires or mesh it softens a steel or pool fence to about 2m, without the weight or root problems of a woody climber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing White Out Hardenbergia in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade, though sun gives far heavier flowering. It suits warm temperate, cool temperate, subtropical and Mediterranean gardens and is frost hardy once established. In humid tropical gardens the wet season is the limiting factor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining, and deliberately poor. It is a legume that fixes its own nitrogen, so rich soil gives lush growth and few flowers. Sand, gravel and thin clay all work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water weekly through the first summer, then only in long dry spells. Feed a low phosphorus native fertiliser once in early spring; standard garden fertilisers can damage native legumes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim straight after flowering, by up to a third, to keep it dense and stop the base going woody. It reshoots from old wood, so a neglected plant can be cut back hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree sizes are grown: 140mm pots in packs of ten, 200mm pots in packs of six, and single 300mm plants. Ten 140mm plants at 1m spacing cover ten metres of bank or fence. The 200mm plants are a season ahead, and the 300mm plants are usually already twining, which suits a pot or a feature position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClimbing growth is soft, so plants travel with stems tied and may arrive tangled. Untie them, plant within a few days and tie the leaders to their support. Expect cover from the second season and full flowering the winter after planting. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95, and every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-plants-to-soften-fences-and-retaining-walls\"\u003eSoftening fences and retaining walls with planting\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full climber range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-retaining-walls\"\u003ePlants for retaining walls and slopes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-natives\"\u003eAustralian natives\u003c\/a\u003e with the same low phosphorus needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it a climber or a groundcover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth. With wires, mesh or a trellis it twines to around 2m; with nothing to climb it scrambles flat and spreads about 2m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen does it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLate winter through early spring, typically August into September in southern Australia and a little earlier in the subtropics. The display lasts about six weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is mine growing well but not flowering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually too much shade or too much fertiliser. It needs sun for a heavy display, and as a legume it resents phosphorus, which drives leaf growth at the expense of flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":50438197739839,"sku":"HAR-VIO-WHIOUT-140MM-P10","price":230.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":50438197772607,"sku":"HAR-VIO-WHIOUT-200MM-P6","price":386.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":44964959027519,"sku":"HAR-VIO-WHIOUT-300MM","price":165.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/White-Out-Hardenbergia-Hardenbergia-violacea-White-Out.jpg?v=1741858577"},{"product_id":"pink-magic-bower-vine-pandorea-jasminoides-pink-magic","title":"Pink Magic Bower Vine - Pandorea jasminoides 'Pink Magic'","description":"\u003cp\u003ePink Magic Bower Vine (\u003cem\u003ePandorea jasminoides\u003c\/em\u003e 'Pink Magic') is the fast Australian native climber for covering a bare fence or carport frame without waiting three years. Given a support it reaches about 5m and spreads roughly 2m wide, carrying large soft pink trumpets with a deep rose throat from spring through summer. The glossy foliage stays dense all year, so the screen still works once flowering finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast cover.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a warm season it can put on two to three metres of growth, turning a bare trellis into a screen within a year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonths of flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Large pink trumpets from spring into summer, held against dark glossy leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e The foliage holds through winter, so a boundary screen keeps working all year rather than going bare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative, and built for the coast.\u003c\/strong\u003e An east coast Australian native that feeds bees and butterflies, tolerates salt wind and shrugs off humid summers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart along a fence, trellis or wire frame for full coverage. It twines rather than clings, so run wires or mesh before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a pot of at least 500mm with a frame or obelisk it gives height and flower in a small footprint, though it needs far more water than in the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal gardens and feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt tolerance suits exposed blocks, and a single plant trained over an arch or pergola post makes a strong feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Pink Magic Bower Vine in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun gives the heaviest flowering, though it grows in part shade with fewer blooms. It suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens, and takes light frost only, so cold inland, tableland and southern gardens will see damage without a warm sheltered wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Well drained soil enriched with compost. It is not fussy about type but sulks in wet ground. Mulch 75mm deep, clear of the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply twice a week through the first summer, then weekly in dry spells. It is drought tolerant once established but flowers better with steady moisture. Feed a controlled release fertiliser in early spring and mid summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the job that matters. Prune after the main flowering, thinning tangled stems and shortening long runners, or the vine goes heavy and bare at the base with all the growth up top. It reshoots readily, so an overgrown plant can be cut back hard in early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe grow it in 140mm pots sold in packs of 10 and in 300mm pots. The 140mm plants are young, with one or two lead stems ready to tie to a support, and the pack suits a full fence line. A 300mm plant is a season ahead and already climbing, which is the better choice for a single feature position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants travel with the stems tied in and are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Tie the leads to their support on planting and guide them until they twine on their own. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eclimbing plant range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead our guide to \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-plants-to-soften-fences-and-retaining-walls\"\u003esoftening fences and retaining walls with plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fast-growing-plants\"\u003efast growing plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee what suits \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-coastal-areas\"\u003ecoastal gardens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it along a fence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 1.5m apart. At that spacing the plants meet and cover the full run within two seasons without competing for water at the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need a trellis?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is a twining climber, not a self clinging one, so it needs wires, mesh or a trellis to wrap around. It will not attach itself to a bare brick or rendered wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it damage my fence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stems twine rather than rooting into surfaces, so it is gentler than a self clinging vine. The weight adds up over years though, so fit wires to a timber paling fence to carry the load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":49618448646463,"sku":"PAN-JAS-PINMAG-140MM-P10","price":210.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6) (Backorder)","offer_id":55100375236927,"sku":"PAN-JAS-PINMAG-200MM-P6","price":243.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm (Backorder)","offer_id":44965617893695,"sku":"PAN-JAS-PINMAG-300MM","price":132.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Pink-Magic-Bower-Vine-Pandorea-jasminoides-Pink-Magic.jpg?v=1741858585"},{"product_id":"variegated-jasmine-trachelospermum-jasminoides-tricolor","title":"Variegated Jasmine - Trachelospermum jasminoides 'Tricolor'","description":"\u003cp\u003eVariegated Jasmine (\u003cem\u003eTrachelospermum jasminoides\u003c\/em\u003e 'Tricolor') does everything star jasmine is loved for, then adds foliage worth looking at all year: green leaves splashed cream, with new growth flushing pink. It climbs to about 3m on a support or spreads 1.5m as a groundcover, and in late spring and summer it covers itself in the same perfumed white pinwheel flowers as the plain form. Frost hardy and drought tolerant, it grows almost anywhere in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour without flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e The cream and pink variegation lifts fences, walls and pots even in the months when nothing is blooming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThat jasmine perfume.\u003c\/strong\u003e The white spring and summer flowers carry the classic star jasmine scent across a courtyard, and bees and butterflies work them all season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimber, groundcover or spiller.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wires turn it into a screen, open ground turns it into a weed suppressing mat, and a pot edge turns it into a trailing feature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTough beyond its looks.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost hardy, drought tolerant once established, heat tolerant and comfortable in coastal salt wind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlower and neater than plain star jasmine.\u003c\/strong\u003e The variegated form is less rampant, which makes it the better choice for pots, balconies and small spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening on a frame.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trained on wires or mesh it dresses a fence or blank wall in a 3m curtain of foliage. Plant 1m apart for full coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroundcover.\u003c\/strong\u003e Left unsupported it knits into a dense cover under trees and along banks. The same 1m spacing closes over in a couple of seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots, balconies and borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e It thrives in containers, trailing over the rim or climbing a small obelisk, and its restrained habit keeps borders tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Variegated Jasmine in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun gives the strongest variegation and heaviest flowering; light shade is fine with slightly greener growth. It performs from the subtropics through warm and cool temperate zones and Mediterranean climates, and shrugs off frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Any reasonable garden soil with drainage. In pots, use a premium potting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply once or twice a week through the first summer, then only in extended dry spells. Feed with a controlled release fertiliser in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim any time after flowering to keep it inside its bounds. Wear gloves: the stems bleed a milky sap that can irritate skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants ship in sizes from tubes through 140mm, 180mm and 200mm pots (the multi-plant packs are the economical way to cover a fence or bank) up to 300mm and 400mm stock with instant presence. Some sizes are grown to order and show as backorder; we confirm timing with you before anything ships. Delivery is Australia wide, from $29.95, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee. Expect it to spend its first weeks settling roots, then run once the weather warms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse all climbing plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003eMore plants proven in pots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-coastal-areas\"\u003ePlants for coastal gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it as vigorous as ordinary star jasmine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, and that is usually the point. Expect a slightly slower, more compact plant that is easier to keep neat in pots and small courtyards, while still covering a fence panel within a few seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need a trellis to climb?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It twines rather than sticks, so give it wires, mesh or a frame. Against a bare rendered wall with nothing to grip, it will simply mound and spill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe milky sap is a mild irritant, so we do not list it as a pet friendly plant. It is not regarded as seriously poisonous, but discourage chewing and wash hands after pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my variegation fading?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToo much shade. Move the plant, or thin whatever is shading it, and the new growth will return to strong cream and pink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":47325331325247,"sku":"TRA-JAS-TRI-tube","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140135080255,"sku":"TRA-JAS-TRI-140MM-P10","price":162.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":54140135113023,"sku":"TRA-JAS-TRI-200MM-P6","price":194.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":54140135211327,"sku":"TRA-JAS-TRI-300MM","price":105.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm (Backorder)","offer_id":54140135244095,"sku":"TRA-JAS-TRI-400MM","price":214.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Variegated-Jasmine-Trachelospermum-jasminoides-Tricolor.png?v=1766222741"},{"product_id":"english-ivy-hedera-helix-green","title":"English Ivy - Hedera helix 'Green'","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnglish Ivy (\u003cem\u003eHedera helix\u003c\/em\u003e 'Green') is the evergreen answer to the corner where nothing else will grow. It climbs to around 4m on a wall or fence and spreads about 3m as a groundcover, gripping brick, timber and render with its own aerial roots, so no trellis is needed. Dry shade, thin soil, wind and frost barely slow it down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt grows where other plants sulk.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry shade under established trees, thin soil against a shaded wall, exposed windy corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf clinging.\u003c\/strong\u003e Aerial rootlets attach straight to masonry and timber, the cheapest way to green a blank surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen every month.\u003c\/strong\u003e The cover does not thin out in the cold months, so a bank still reads green in July.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost hardy and drought tolerant.\u003c\/strong\u003e Once the roots are down it asks for very little, including through a cold southern winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroundcover in dry shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart for dense cover. This is its best use: under mature trees, along shaded fence lines, and where lawn gives up beside a house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetaining walls and slopes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fibrous roots bind loose soil while trailing stems spill over block work, holding a bank together through heavy rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening a wall or fence.\u003c\/strong\u003e Given something to climb it reaches about 4m and reads as a green wall, using almost no bed width. One caveat: the leaves and berries are toxic to cats and dogs if chewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing English Ivy in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to full shade, though shade gives the better leaf in a hot summer. It suits cool temperate, warm temperate, Mediterranean and subtropical gardens, and is frost hardy once established, so cold southern gardens are fine. Not one for the wet tropics or the arid interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost anything, including poor and rocky ground, as long as water drains away. Work compost through the top of a bank before planting and mulch 75mm deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Weekly through the first summer, then only in a long dry spell. A handful of slow release fertiliser in early spring is plenty; overfeeding just means more clipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clip the edges twice a year, in early spring and late summer, and keep it off roofs and gutters. It shoots from old wood, so a neglected patch can be cut right back. In cool temperate districts ivy escapes gardens easily, so remove berrying growth and never dump clippings over a back fence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIvy is grown here in two sizes: 140mm pots in packs of ten, the value choice for covering ground, and 200mm pots in packs of six for a quicker result. Both arrive as young plants with several trailing stems, not a finished curtain of foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt travels well, because the leathery leaves hold their own moisture. Expect a quiet three to four weeks while roots go down, then obvious runners by the end of the first warm season. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-ground-cover-plants-for-shade\"\u003eThe best groundcovers for shaded areas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers-groundcover\"\u003eBrowse the climbers and groundcover range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-retaining-walls\"\u003eCompare plants for retaining walls and slopes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-plants-to-soften-fences-and-retaining-walls\"\u003eHow to soften a fence or block wall\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne metre apart for groundcover. Tighter spacing costs more without closing gaps much sooner, since each plant throws long runners that root as they travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs English Ivy safe around pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The leaves and berries are toxic to cats and dogs if eaten, and chewing usually brings on drooling, vomiting and mouth irritation. If your dog chews foliage, choose a different groundcover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it damage brickwork or render?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSound brick and mortar are generally fine, but the aerial roots work into cracked mortar, flaking paint and timber weatherboards. Grow it on a fence or a wire frame rather than a painted house wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it take over the garden?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt will if you let it. Two clips a year hold it exactly where you want it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-nnm=\"wa-weed-warning\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Australia: this plant is listed as an environmental weed in WA, where it escapes from gardens into bushland. We do not recommend it for WA gardens. Please choose a local alternative.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"100mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":55100401549631,"sku":"HED-HEL-GRE-100MM-P10","price":116.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140136816959,"sku":"HED-HEL-GRE-140MM-P10","price":228.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6) (Backorder)","offer_id":45783652204863,"sku":"HED-HEL-GRE-200MM-P6","price":317.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/English-Ivy-Hedera-helix-Green.png?v=1766222772"},{"product_id":"goldchild-english-ivy-hedera-helix-goldchild","title":"Goldchild English Ivy - Hedera helix 'Goldchild'","description":"\u003cp\u003eGoldchild English Ivy (\u003cem\u003eHedera helix\u003c\/em\u003e 'Goldchild') is the compact variegated ivy for gardeners who want ground covered without losing light. It holds about 30cm high and creeps to roughly 1.5m across, with small grey green leaves edged in a broad gold band.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour without flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e The gold margin is part of the leaf, so the bed looks the same in July as in October.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow and spreading, not rampant.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows slowly and holds around 30cm high, so it fills a bed rather than swallowing one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy where others sulk.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost hardy, drought tolerant once established, wind tolerant, and it accepts poor soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo plants in one.\u003c\/strong\u003e Left flat it covers ground. Given a post or wall it climbs to 2m or more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery little upkeep.\u003c\/strong\u003e One shear a year is close to the whole job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroundcover under trees and shrubs.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 50cm apart in a staggered grid, which closes into a continuous mat without hard competition for water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBorders and edging.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single line 50cm apart holds a clean path edge, and the gold reads clearly against paving and mulch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlopes and retaining walls.\u003c\/strong\u003e Stems root as they run, knitting loose soil on a batter. Along the top of a wall it spills down the face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e It suits a wide bowl on its own, or trails around a taller plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Goldchild English Ivy in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e A plant for cool temperate, warm temperate and Mediterranean gardens, in full sun to part shade. The variegation shows best with a few hours of direct light and looks flatter in deep shade. It is not suited to tropical or arid gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Any reasonable soil works, including thin or rocky ground, provided it drains. Dig compost through the top 200mm before planting and mulch to 50mm, clear of the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water twice a week through the first summer to get roots down, then only in long dry spells. Controlled release fertiliser once in early spring is enough for the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shear it back in late winter to keep the mat dense and stop runners straying. It reshoots readily from cut stems, so you can be firm with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is supplied in one size, a 200mm pot sold as a pack of six. Six plants at 50cm spacing cover roughly one and a half square metres. Plants arrive established with runners already started.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Expect visible new runners within four to six weeks in the growing season, and useful cover by the end of the second season. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/groundcover\"\u003eBrowse the full groundcover range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/variegated\"\u003eSee more variegated foliage plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/top-plants-for-ground-cover-a-guide-to-greenery\"\u003eChoosing a groundcover for your conditions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/variegated-plants-explained-what-every-gardener-should-know\"\u003eWhy variegated leaves behave differently\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFifty centimetres apart, staggered rather than in straight rows. A pack of six covers a small bed and the plants knit together within two seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Ivy, including this selection, is toxic to cats and dogs if chewed, and the sap can irritate skin. Choose a different groundcover if you have a pet that grazes garden beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it climb a fence or wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, if you let it. Given a wall, post or frame it climbs to 2m or more using clinging roots. Keep it off painted timber and soft render unless you are prepared to pull it back each year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-nnm=\"wa-weed-warning\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Australia: this plant is listed as an environmental weed in WA, where it escapes from gardens into bushland. We do not recommend it for WA gardens. Please choose a local alternative.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6) (Backorder)","offer_id":45783657644351,"sku":"HED-HEL-GOL-200MM-P6","price":335.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Goldchild-English-Ivy-Hedera-helix-Goldchild.jpg?v=1741858743"},{"product_id":"red-brazilian-jasmine-dipladenia-red-form","title":"Red Brazilian Jasmine - Dipladenia Red Form","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed Brazilian Jasmine (\u003cem\u003eMandevilla sanderi\u003c\/em\u003e, sold as dipladenia, red form) is the compact climber for a pot beside a warm wall. It twines to about 2m with a spread of 1m, so it suits a courtyard trellis or a balcony obelisk rather than a fence run. Deep red trumpet flowers open from spring through summer and into autumn wherever nights stay mild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonths of red trumpets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowering runs from spring into autumn in warm gardens, not in a single short burst.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact for a climber.\u003c\/strong\u003e At roughly 2m by 1m it stays in scale with a courtyard, a balcony or a pot beside a door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlossy foliage all year.\u003c\/strong\u003e The thick dark leaves stay presentable between flushes, which many flowering climbers cannot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat and humidity suit it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Reflected warmth off paving, coastal humidity and short dry spells are all fine once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots, balconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot 400mm or wider with a small obelisk or trellis is the classic use. In a container it holds nearer 1.5m and moves under shelter when the weather turns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside and small gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf drop is light and the plant stays small, so it suits a narrow bed beside paving where a bigger climber would take over. On a north or east facing wall it covers a 2m panel and flowers at eye level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Red Brazilian Jasmine in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to very light shade, out of cold wind. This is a plant for tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens only. It is frost tender, so anywhere that frosts it has to be a pot that comes under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining and rich in organic matter. In pots use a premium potting mix, not a cheap one that holds too much water. In the ground, work compost through the backfill and raise the bed on clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the mix evenly moist through spring and summer, letting the top few centimetres dry between waterings, then ease off in winter. A liquid feed high in potassium every three to four weeks drives the flowering. High nitrogen fertiliser gives leaf and little colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tip prune through the growing season to keep it bushy and trigger more flower buds. In late winter cut the plant back by about a third and remove thin or dead stems. It flowers on new growth, so that trim costs nothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is grown as tube stock. Plants are young, usually a few twining stems on a small root ball, and often not yet in flower. Potted into a 300mm to 400mm container with a support, tube stock typically flowers in its first warm season and fills the frame in the second.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung plants travel well because the leaves are thick and hold moisture. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Give it two to three weeks to settle before the first liquid feed, and expect steady growth once nights stay above about 15 degrees. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee. One honest warning: the stems carry a milky sap that irritates skin and is toxic if chewed, so this is not a pet safe plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full climbing plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-balconies\"\u003ePlants that succeed on a balcony\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003ePoolside plants with light leaf drop\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/your-ideal-tropical-poolside-plants-for-low-maintenance-bliss\"\u003eChoosing low maintenance poolside plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs dipladenia the same thing as mandevilla?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEffectively yes. Dipladenia was the older genus name, and the trade still uses it for the compact, smaller leaved forms like this one. Botanically they now sit in the one genus, Mandevilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive winter outside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly in frost free gardens. In cool temperate and inland districts it needs to spend winter in a pot under cover, or be treated as a warm season plant you replace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around dogs and cats?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The milky sap is an irritant and the plant is toxic if eaten, so keep it out of reach if your pet chews foliage. Wear gloves when pruning it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":45842989056319,"sku":"DIP-RED-FOR-tube","price":10.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Red-Brazilian-Jasmine-Dipladenia-Red-Form.png?v=1766222787"},{"product_id":"aloha-white-mandevilla-mandevilla-aloha-white","title":"Aloha White Mandevilla - Mandevilla 'Aloha White'","description":"\u003cp\u003eAloha White Mandevilla (\u003cem\u003eMandevilla\u003c\/em\u003e 'Aloha White') is the climber to use when you need height in almost no floor space. It twines to about 3m on a frame while staying around 1m wide, carrying broad white trumpet flowers through the warm months against dark glossy foliage. Give it a trellis and it will cover it in a single season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight without width.\u003c\/strong\u003e Roughly 3m tall and 1m wide, so it screens a balcony where a shrub would take the entire space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite flowers for months.\u003c\/strong\u003e Large clean trumpets keep coming through the warm season rather than arriving in one burst.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast growing.\u003c\/strong\u003e A plant put in during spring covers its frame by the end of summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat, humidity and salt are fine.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hot brick courtyards and seaside balconies both suit it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollinators visit it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bees and butterflies work the open trumpets all season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots, balconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e A container 400mm or wider with a built in trellis is the classic way to grow it. Potted plants settle around 2m rather than 3m, which is usually what a balcony wants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight screening.\u003c\/strong\u003e Along a wire frame or lattice panel, set plants 1m apart to match their mature width. That gives continuous cover without the stems tangling into an unprunable mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trained up an obelisk or over an archway it works as a vertical accent, flowering at eye height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Aloha White Mandevilla in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to very light shade, with shelter from cold wind. This is a plant for tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens. It is frost tender, so further south grow it in a pot that can move under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil and support.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining, compost enriched soil or a quality potting mix. It twines rather than clinging, so it cannot climb a bare wall: install the trellis before planting, and tie the first few stems in until they take hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep it evenly moist through spring and summer, particularly in pots, where it dries out quickly on a hot balcony. Ease right back in winter. Feed a liquid fertiliser for flowering plants every three to four weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in late winter or early spring before growth starts, cutting back by up to a third to force new shoots from low down. It flowers on new growth, so this trim increases the display. Cut stems weep a milky sap, so wear gloves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe grow it in two sizes: 140mm pots in packs of ten and 200mm pots in packs of six. The 140mm plants are young, usually a short stem or two, and they suit a group of balcony pots. The 200mm plants are more advanced and fill a frame a season sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClimbers travel with their stems bundled, so expect them to look untidy when you unpack them. Untie, tie in to the frame, and they straighten within a fortnight. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost. Plant in spring and expect real coverage by the end of the first summer. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full climbing plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-balconies\"\u003eCompare plants suited to balconies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/choosing-the-right-size-pot-for-your-plant-the-complete-guide\"\u003eHow to choose the right pot size\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/small-courtyard-garden-ideas\"\u003eIdeas for planting a small courtyard\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need a trellis?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is a twining climber with no aerial roots or suckers, so it cannot attach to a bare wall. Put the support in place before planting and tie the first stems on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The stems carry a milky sap that irritates skin and mouths, so keep it out of reach of pets that chew foliage and wear gloves when you prune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive winter in a cold garden?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot in the ground. It is frost tender. Further south, grow it in a pot and shift it under eaves before the first frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140137177407,"sku":"MAN-SPP-ALOWHI-140MM-P10","price":261.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":46909840359743,"sku":"MAN-SPP-ALOWHI-200MM-P6","price":220.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Aloha-White-Mandevilla-Mandevilla-Aloha-White.jpg?v=1741858761"},{"product_id":"green-gold-pothos-devils-ivy-epipremnum-aureum-green-gold-pothos","title":"Green Gold Pothos Devil's Ivy - Epipremnum aureum 'Green Gold Pothos'","description":"\u003cp\u003eGreen Gold Pothos, or devil's ivy (\u003cem\u003eEpipremnum aureum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Green Gold'), is the indoor plant most people succeed with first. It trails or climbs to about 2m indoors and spreads roughly 1m, with heart shaped leaves marbled in deep green and butter yellow. It grows fast, forgives a missed watering, and puts up with the low light that defeats almost everything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt is genuinely hard to kill.\u003c\/strong\u003e Missed waterings, dry indoor air and imperfect light are all survivable. The one thing it will not forgive is sitting in water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariegation that holds.\u003c\/strong\u003e The green and gold marbling stays strong in bright indirect light, giving you two tone foliage without needing a flower.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrail it or climb it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Left in a hanging basket it cascades. Given a totem or moss pole it climbs, and the leaves get noticeably larger as it does.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to multiply.\u003c\/strong\u003e Any cutting with a node roots in water within a couple of weeks, so one plant becomes several at no cost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors, anywhere in the country.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shelves, hanging baskets, bathrooms and offices all suit it. Inside, your climate stops mattering, which counts for a plant this frost tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots, balconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e On a sheltered balcony in a warm climate it grows far harder than indoors. Keep it out of direct midday sun, which bleaches the variegation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroundcover in warm gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e In tropical and subtropical gardens it works as shaded groundcover or trained up a post, planted 50cm apart. It spreads vigorously outdoors, so keep it away from bushland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing green gold pothos in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light gives the best growth and the strongest variegation. It tolerates low light, though the leaves come through greener. Outdoors it suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens in shade or part shade, and it is frost tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A quality free draining potting mix with added perlite or bark, in a pot with a drainage hole. With a decorative outer pot, take the plant out to water it and let it drain fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Let the top third of the mix dry out, then water thoroughly and tip out the saucer. Indoors that is usually weekly in summer and every two to three weeks in winter. Feed a half strength liquid fertiliser monthly in the warm months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut any vine back to just above a leaf node whenever it gets longer than you want. That keeps the plant full near the top instead of bare, and every offcut is a free cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe grow this pothos in five formats. The 125mm and 140mm pots come in packs of ten and the 200mm in packs of six, which suit anyone planting a group. For a single plant, the 250mm hanging basket arrives already trailing, while the 300mm totem pole is an established climber carrying larger mature leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePothos travels well. Thick waxy leaves hold their own moisture, so it usually arrives in good order, with the occasional creased leaf that can be trimmed off. Expect new growth within three to four weeks in warm weather. Delivered Australia wide, delivery from $29.95, under our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-indoor-plants-alive\"\u003eHow to keep your indoor plants alive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/variegated-plants-explained-what-every-gardener-should-know\"\u003eUnderstanding variegated foliage and how to keep it\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/low-light-indoor-plants\"\u003eBrowse plants for low light rooms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eCompare the full indoor plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The leaves and stems contain calcium oxalate crystals, which cause mouth irritation, drooling and vomiting if chewed. Hang it or keep it high if you have a pet that grazes on plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my plant losing its yellow markings?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot enough light. In dim conditions the plant produces more chlorophyll and the leaves come through mostly green. Move it closer to a window, out of direct sun, and the marbling returns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the top third of the mix is dry, roughly weekly in summer and every two to three weeks in winter. Yellow lower leaves and soft stems mean overwatering, so check the drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":54140138455359,"sku":"EPI-AUR-GREGOL-140MM-P10","price":217.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":49316139893055,"sku":"EPI-AUR-GREGOL-200MM-P6","price":382.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250mm Basket","offer_id":49316139925823,"sku":"EPI-AUR-GREGOL-250MMBASKET","price":104.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250mm (Pack of 3) (Backorder)","offer_id":55100406825279,"sku":"EPI-AUR-GREGOL-250MM-P3","price":191.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm Totem Pole","offer_id":49316139958591,"sku":"EPI-AUR-GREGOL-300MMTOTEMPOLE","price":192.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Green-Gold-Pothos-Devils-Ivy-Epipremnum-aureum-Green-Gold-Pothos.jpg?v=1741858857"},{"product_id":"heartleaf-philodendron-philodendron-cordatum","title":"Heartleaf Philodendron - Philodendron cordatum","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeartleaf Philodendron (\u003cem\u003ePhilodendron cordatum\u003c\/em\u003e) is the trailing indoor plant that actually copes with a dim corner, holding deep green heart shaped leaves on vines that run to about 2m and spread roughly 1m. It is fast, unfussy and quick to forgive a missed week. Reach for it when a room needs greenery rather than a feature specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt handles low light properly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid green leaves gather more light than variegated foliage, so it holds up in a hallway where a patterned plant goes thin and pale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast enough to fill a space.\u003c\/strong\u003e Vines run to 2m and spread about 1m, so a modest plant becomes a full trail inside a year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrail it or climb it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Let it hang from a shelf, or run it up a moss pole where the leaves grow noticeably larger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to multiply.\u003c\/strong\u003e Any cutting with a node roots in a glass of water within a fortnight, so one plant eventually furnishes the rest of the house.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shelves, hallways, bathrooms and offices anywhere in the country, because indoors your climate stops mattering. It is the plant for a room the window barely reaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e Happy under cover in tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens. It is frost tender, so southern and inland gardeners should bring it inside for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHomes with pets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Said plainly: philodendron is toxic to cats and dogs if chewed. Hang it high or shelve it out of reach rather than standing it at floor level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing heartleaf philodendron in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to bright indirect light gives the best growth. It survives genuinely low light better than most houseplants, though the vines stretch and the leaves space out. Keep it clear of direct sun, which scorches the thin foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A good indoor potting mix with added perlite or bark to hold air around the roots. The pot must drain. Repot every second year, moving up one size, before the mix compacts and growth stalls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water once the top 2cm of mix is dry, roughly weekly in summer and fortnightly in winter. It prefers to stay lightly moist, never standing in water. Half strength liquid fertiliser monthly from spring to autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut a vine just past a leaf node and the plant branches from that point. Taking a third off in spring is what turns a stringy plant into a full one, and the trimmings become new plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is sold as 140mm plants in packs of ten, 200mm in packs of six and 250mm in packs of three. The 140mm plants are young with short trails and the value choice if you are filling several rooms. The larger pots already trail and go straight into a hanging basket or a decorative pot with drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA curled or yellowed leaf after transit is normal rather than a fault. Give it an indirect spot and a fortnight to settle before expecting new growth. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/philodendron-care-guide\"\u003eThe complete philodendron care guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/house-indoor-plants\"\u003eBrowse the house plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-plant-tips-for-beginners\"\u003eIndoor plant tips for beginners\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-pots\"\u003ePots that suit indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The leaves and stems contain calcium oxalate crystals that are toxic to cats and dogs if chewed, causing mouth irritation, drooling and vomiting. 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Move it somewhere brighter but still indirect, then cut the vines back by a third and push the cuttings into the same pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140138553663,"sku":"PHI-COR-140MM-P10","price":217.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":49316177346879,"sku":"PHI-COR-200MM-P6","price":382.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250mm (Pack of 3)","offer_id":49316177379647,"sku":"PHI-COR-250MM-P3","price":308.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Heartleaf-Philodendron-Philodendron-cordatum.jpg?v=1741858861"},{"product_id":"boston-ivy-parthenocissus-tricuspidata","title":"Boston Ivy - Parthenocissus tricuspidata","description":"\u003cp\u003eBoston Ivy (\u003cem\u003eParthenocissus tricuspidata\u003c\/em\u003e) is the climber that turns a blank brick wall into the best feature on the property. It clings by itself with adhesive pads, needs no wires or trellis, and covers 10m of height and 5m of width where the support allows. Through summer it is a flat sheet of overlapping green leaves. In autumn, in a garden with a genuine cool season, it runs scarlet before dropping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt attaches itself.\u003c\/strong\u003e Adhesive pads grip brick, stone and concrete with no framework and no tying in, saving both the cost and the look of a trellis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn colour on a vertical surface.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous, and in cool temperate and Mediterranean gardens the change to red is dramatic and reliable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast cover.\u003c\/strong\u003e Once the roots are away it moves quickly, the standard answer to a large blank wall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTough where it counts.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost, heat, wind and drought tolerant once established, so an exposed western wall does not stop it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter sun, summer shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Because it drops its leaves, a covered wall stays cool in summer and lets the winter sun through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWalls and screening.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart along the base of the wall. Even spacing matters more than sheer numbers, because one plant in a corner takes years to reach the far end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e On a garage, a boundary fence or a retaining wall it turns a blank surface into the thing you look at, and softens modern render without a garden bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to think about first.\u003c\/strong\u003e The pads mark render and can work into soft mortar, so it belongs on sound brickwork, stone or concrete. It is vigorous and needs a wall you are happy to hand over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Boston Ivy in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade, with sun giving the strongest autumn colour. This is a climber for cool temperate, warm temperate and Mediterranean gardens: Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra, Hobart, Perth and the cooler tablelands all suit it. In humid tropical gardens it stays green and colours poorly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Undemanding. Any reasonably drained soil will do, improved with compost, then mulched 75mm deep, clear of the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water twice a week through the first summer to get the roots down, after which it is drought tolerant. Feeding is optional and mostly just makes it grow harder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in late winter while it is bare and you can see what you are cutting. Keep it clear of gutters, roof tiles and window frames, because that is where it causes problems rather than on the wall face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoston Ivy is grown in 140mm and 200mm packs and in 300mm pots. The packs are the practical choice for a long wall, since you need several plants spaced along it rather than one large one. A 300mm plant gives a stronger start on a smaller job. Plants may arrive bare in winter, which is normal for a deciduous climber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect the first season to go into roots, then rapid vertical growth from the second. Plants are packed upright and delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full climber range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/plants-that-change-colour-throughout-the-year\"\u003eWhich plants give reliable autumn colour in Australia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fast-growing-plants\"\u003eCompare other fast growing plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/planting-tips-how-to-grow-a-beautiful-garden\"\u003ePreparing a garden bed before planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it damage my wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn sound brick, stone or concrete it is generally fine. The pads leave marks when the vine is pulled off, and on soft old mortar or painted render they can lift the surface. Keep it off timber cladding and gutters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it different from English Ivy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoston Ivy is deciduous, colours red in autumn and climbs with adhesive pads. English Ivy stays evergreen, roots into surfaces as it climbs and is far harder to remove once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The berries and sap contain oxalates and can upset cats and dogs, so it is not one to plant where a pet grazes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-nnm=\"wa-weed-warning\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Australia: this plant is listed as an environmental weed in WA, where it escapes from gardens into bushland. We do not recommend it for WA gardens. Please choose a local alternative.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":50142375674175,"sku":"PAR-TRI-140MM-P10","price":188.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6) (Backorder)","offer_id":50142375706943,"sku":"PAR-TRI-200MM-P6","price":322.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm (Backorder)","offer_id":50142375739711,"sku":"PAR-TRI-300MM","price":240.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Boston-Ivy-Parthenocissus-tricuspidata.heic?v=1741858928"},{"product_id":"red-king-philodendron-philodendron-red-king","title":"Red King Philodendron - Philodendron Red King","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed King Philodendron (\u003cem\u003ePhilodendron\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red King') is a climbing hybrid grown for the burgundy flush on its new leaves and stems. Given a moss pole it reaches about 1.5m tall and 1m wide indoors, which makes it a floor plant with real presence rather than a shelf filler. It grows quickly in warmth and asks for very little.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed new growth.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each new leaf unfurls deep red before hardening to glossy green, so there is almost always colour on the plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast for an indoor plant.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a warm, bright room it pushes new leaves through spring and summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight where you want it.\u003c\/strong\u003e On a moss pole it climbs to around 1.5m and fills a corner that a low plant cannot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuinely low maintenance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when the top of the mix dries, wipe the leaves occasionally, and that is close to the whole job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light beside a window, or a well lit room set back from the glass. This is the position it was bred for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a pot 300mm or wider with drainage holes and a quality indoor mix, and add a moss pole early so the aerial roots have something to grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e In tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens it lives outdoors year round in a sheltered, shaded spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Red King Philodendron in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmth and humidity are what it wants, so it suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens outdoors and any heated room elsewhere. It is frost tender, so in cool temperate and southern gardens keep it inside over winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A chunky, free draining indoor mix with bark or perlite through it. Philodendron roots want air as much as water, and a heavy mix in a pot without drainage is the usual cause of failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water once the top 30mm of mix is dry, then let it drain fully and empty the saucer. Feed a half strength liquid fertiliser monthly through spring and summer, and stop over winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning and support.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tie the main stems to a moss pole as they grow and keep the pole damp to encourage aerial roots. Cut a leggy stem back just above a node and it will branch from there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in 125mm pots sold in packs of ten and 180mm pots sold in packs of six, so this is a plant bought in quantity rather than singly. The 125mm plants are young, with a few established leaves each; the 180mm plants are closer to a finished pot plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoliage plants travel with some leaf bruising and the odd bent stem, which is normal and grows out. Hold off feeding for a fortnight, and expect new growth within four to six weeks in warm weather. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/philodendron-care-guide\"\u003eRead the full philodendron care guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eBrowse the indoor plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-indoor-plants-alive\"\u003eHow to keep your indoor plants alive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-partial-shade\"\u003eOther plants for partial shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Like all philodendrons it contains calcium oxalate crystals and is toxic to cats and dogs if chewed, causing mouth irritation, drooling and vomiting. Keep it out of reach of a pet that chews foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need a moss pole?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt does better with one. Without support the stems lean and the leaves stay smaller, while a damp pole gives the aerial roots something to hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is the new growth green instead of red?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually not enough light. The red pigment develops in bright indirect light, so a plant in a dim corner produces green leaves and longer, thinner stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it outside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly in frost free gardens. In tropical, subtropical and warm temperate areas it grows happily in a sheltered shaded position. Anywhere colder, treat it as an indoor plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":55100419473727,"sku":"PHI-RED-KIN-140MM-P10","price":232.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":55100419506495,"sku":"PHI-RED-KIN-200MM-P6","price":209.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Red-King-Philodendron-Philodendron-Red-King.jpg?v=1768455766"},{"product_id":"pink-princess-philodendron-philodendron-pink-princess","title":"Pink Princess Philodendron - Philodendron Pink Princess","description":"\u003cp\u003ePink Princess Philodendron (\u003cem\u003ePhilodendron erubescens\u003c\/em\u003e 'Pink Princess') is the plant collectors chase for its near black leaves splashed with clear pink. It climbs, so on a moss pole indoors it reaches about 1.5m tall on an 80cm footprint over a few years. The variegation varies leaf by leaf and plant by plant, which is exactly why no two are the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour you cannot get elsewhere.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep green, almost black leaves marked with pink, in a pattern unique to each plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt climbs, so it stays narrow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Given a moss pole it grows upward to around 1.5m without spreading across a room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraightforward indoor care.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light, a weekly water in summer and a warm room is the whole routine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to propagate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Any stem cutting with a node roots readily, so one plant eventually becomes several.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright room out of direct sun, ideally somewhere warm and a little humid such as a well lit bathroom. Inside, your climate stops mattering with a plant this frost tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot 250mm to 300mm wide with a moss pole gives it something to climb. Outdoors it is only reliable in frost free tropical and subtropical gardens, in shade under a canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne caution: all parts are toxic to cats and dogs if chewed and the sap irritates skin, so keep it well out of reach in a home with pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Pink Princess Philodendron in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and light.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light is what holds the pink. Too little and new leaves come through plain green; direct sun scorches them. A metre back from an east or north facing window is usually right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A chunky aroid mix: quality potting mix with bark, perlite and a little coir. The roots need air as much as water, and a dense mix is the most common reason these plants decline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when the top 3cm to 4cm dries out, roughly weekly in summer and fortnightly in winter, and always empty the saucer. Feed monthly at half strength through spring and summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning and variegation.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut back to a node above a well marked leaf, since new growth tends to follow the leaf below it. Remove any leaf that comes through fully pink, because it carries no chlorophyll and will brown off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in three sizes: 125mm in packs of ten, 200mm in packs of six and single 300mm plants. Smaller plants are young, with two or three leaves and less pink, and variegation generally increases as the plant matures and climbs. A 300mm plant is already established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amount of pink varies between plants, so we cannot promise a particular pattern. Allow two to three weeks of adjustment before new growth appears, and keep it out of draughts in that period. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/philodendron-care-guide\"\u003ephilodendron care guide\u003c\/a\u003e for light, watering and pole detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eindoor plant range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/variegated\"\u003evariegated plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-and-rare-plants\"\u003eexotic and rare plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Philodendrons are toxic to cats and dogs if chewed, bringing on mouth irritation and drooling, so keep this one on a shelf well clear of pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are my new leaves all green?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually light. Move it to a brighter indirect position, then prune back to a node above a well variegated leaf and let it regrow from there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I keep a completely pink leaf?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. A leaf with no green cannot photosynthesise, so it browns off while drawing resources from the plant. Cut it away and let the plant put its energy into balanced growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":55100420194623,"sku":"PHI-PIN-PRI-140MM-P10","price":201.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":54140057944383,"sku":"PHI-PIN-PRI-200MM-P6","price":252.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":51625580560703,"sku":"PHI-PIN-PRI-300MM","price":99.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Pink-Princess-Philodendron-Philodendron-Pink-Princess.jpg?v=1768455773"},{"product_id":"giant-gigas-philodendron-philodendron-gigas","title":"Giant Gigas Philodendron - Philodendron gigas","description":"\u003cp\u003eGiant Gigas Philodendron (\u003cem\u003ePhilodendron gigas\u003c\/em\u003e) is the collector's climbing aroid, grown for deep velvety green leaves veined in silver that unfurl bronze. Given a moss pole it climbs to about 2.5m tall and 1m wide indoors, each new leaf larger than the last. It is the plant for a room that needs one piece of foliage doing all the talking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVelvet leaves with silver veining.\u003c\/strong\u003e The matte surface catches light differently to every glossy houseplant beside it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt gets bigger as it climbs.\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf size increases with height on the pole, so a mature plant looks nothing like the one that arrived.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical, not sprawling.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 2.5m by 1m it fills height rather than floor space, which suits an apartment or a stairwell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity is what it wants.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bathrooms, humid verandahs and rooms with a humidifier bring out the best colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors as a feature.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it a bright corner two to three metres from a window, a moss pole or timber slab, and room to grow upward. It is a single specimen, not something to group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 250mm to 300mm pot with a stout pole is the working setup. Weight the base, because a well grown plant becomes top heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheltered tropical and subtropical patios.\u003c\/strong\u003e Outdoors it suits frost free gardens only, under a canopy in filtered light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Giant Gigas Philodendron in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light. Direct sun burns the velvet surface permanently, and deep shade gives small leaves on long bare stems. It is frost tender, so outside the tropics and subtropics it is an indoor plant only, kept away from cold glass and unheated rooms in winter in Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra and Hobart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A chunky aroid mix: bark, perlite and coco chips with a little premium potting mix. Dense mix holds water against the thick roots and rot follows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water thoroughly, drain fully, then wait until the top third of the mix is dry, usually every seven to twelve days in summer. Keep the moss pole damp for the aerial roots. Half strength liquid fertiliser fortnightly in spring and summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraining and pruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tie each new stem section to the pole so the aerial roots find it. If it outgrows the space, cut the top back to a node and root the cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is sold in trade packs: 125mm pots in packs of ten and 180mm pots in packs of six. These are juvenile plants, and juvenile leaves are much smaller and less silvered than the mature foliage you see online. The change comes with height on a pole, not time alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVelvet leaves mark easily, and a little transit creasing is possible. Give them a week somewhere bright and humid, then pot on and mount them on a pole. Expect the first new leaf within four to six weeks in warm weather. Delivered Australia wide, delivery from $29.95. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-and-rare-plants\"\u003eexotic and rare plants range\u003c\/a\u003e for collector foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-repot-your-plants-like-a-pro\"\u003eRepotting a plant properly\u003c\/a\u003e, for moving trade pack stock onto a pole.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompanions on the same watering schedule in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eindoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Like all philodendrons it contains calcium oxalate crystals, toxic to cats and dogs, causing mouth irritation, drooling and vomiting if chewed. Grow it where pets cannot reach the lower leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it really need a moss pole?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor good leaves, yes. Without something to climb it makes progressively smaller foliage on a leggy stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are my new leaves small?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually low light, or a plant that is not yet climbing. Move it brighter, keep the pole moist, and each leaf should step up in size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":55100424061247,"sku":"PHI-GIG-140MM-P10","price":246.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"180mm (Pack of 6) (Backorder)","offer_id":51625589670207,"sku":"PHI-GIG-180MM-P6","price":341.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Giant-Gigas-Philodendron-Philodendron-gigas.jpg?v=1768455805"},{"product_id":"esmeraldense-philodendron-philodendron-esmeraldense","title":"Esmeraldense Philodendron - Philodendron esmeraldense","description":"\u003cp\u003eEsmeraldense Philodendron (\u003cem\u003ePhilodendron esmeraldense\u003c\/em\u003e) is a large leaved climbing aroid from the wet forests of western Ecuador, grown for broad, ribbed, deep green leaves that hold their gloss year round. Trained up a moss pole in a pot it settles at about 2m tall and 1m wide, which keeps a big leaf plant in scale with a room. It is one of the easier rare philodendrons to keep, provided it stays warm and out of direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage with real presence.\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, heavily veined and paddle shaped, so one plant does the work of a whole corner arrangement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuinely low maintenance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when the top of the mix dries, feed through the warm months, and that is about it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt likes humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bathrooms, kitchens and sheltered verandahs suit it, where drier loving houseplants sulk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA climber that stays contained.\u003c\/strong\u003e Given a pole it climbs neatly upward instead of sprawling across the floor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors, anywhere in Australia.\u003c\/strong\u003e Inside, the climate outdoors stops mattering, which is what a frost tender tropical plant needs. Give it a bright spot out of direct sun, a metre or two back from an east facing window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Outdoors it is limited to tropical and subtropical gardens: a sheltered shaded courtyard or under a verandah. Elsewhere use a pot you can move under cover before winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne caution.\u003c\/strong\u003e Like all philodendrons the sap and leaves are toxic if chewed, so keep it above floor level in a home with pets or small children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Esmeraldense Philodendron in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light or partial shade. Direct midday sun scorches the leaves; low light gives long, weak stems with small foliage. It is frost tender and slows once nights drop below about 10 degrees Celsius, so keep it indoors through winter outside the tropics and subtropics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A chunky aroid mix of bark, perlite and potting mix. Ordinary mix alone holds too much water around the roots, and the pot must have a drainage hole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water thoroughly once the top 5cm of mix is dry, then let it drain rather than sit in a saucer. Liquid feed at half strength every four weeks from spring to autumn, and stop over winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport and pruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tie new growth to a moss pole as it climbs, since the aerial roots need something to grip before the leaves size up. Cut a stem back above a node if it outgrows the space; the piece you remove strikes readily in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is supplied in 125mm pots as a pack of ten, so it suits an interior fitout or splitting an order with friends rather than buying a single specimen. Plants are young and rooted, with juvenile leaves much smaller than the mature foliage the species is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBroad soft leaves crease more easily in transit than tough foliage, so a marked leaf or two is normal. Pot each plant up, keep it warm and humid, and expect a settling month before new growth. Delivered Australia wide, delivery from $29.95, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-exotic-plants-guide\"\u003eGrowing exotic plants indoors in Australia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-indoor-plants-alive\"\u003eHow to keep your indoor plants alive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/house-indoor-plants\"\u003eBrowse the indoor plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-and-rare-plants\"\u003eCompare other rare and exotic plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Philodendrons contain calcium oxalate crystals, which cause mouth irritation, drooling and vomiting if chewed. Keep the plant on a stand or shelf if your pet chews foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow large do the leaves get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung plants carry modest juvenile leaves. With a pole to climb and steady warmth the foliage enlarges each season, and mature indoor plants hold leaves well over 30cm long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it have to have a moss pole?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot strictly, but without one it trails and the leaves stay small. Climbing is what triggers mature leaf size, so a pole makes the difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"180mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":55100424159551,"sku":"PHI-ESM-180MM-P6","price":435.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Esmeraldense-Philodendron-Philodendron-esmeraldense.jpg?v=1768455806"},{"product_id":"hoya-carnosa-krimson-queen","title":"Hoya carnosa Krimson Queen","description":"\u003cp\u003eKrimson Queen Hoya (\u003cem\u003eHoya carnosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Krimson Queen') is the wax plant grown for its leaves as much as its flowers. Thick waxy leaves are edged in cream, new growth flushes pink, and the twining stems trail or train to about 2m. Mature plants carry clusters of star shaped pink and white flowers with a strong evening scent, and it is not toxic to cats or dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariegation you cannot fake.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cream margins and pink new growth give three colours on one stem, without any flowering required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt forgives neglect.\u003c\/strong\u003e The succulent leaves store water, so a missed fortnight does no harm. Overwatering is the only real way to kill it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScented flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clusters of waxy pink and white stars appear on established plants, scented strongest in the evening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe around pets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hoyas are not toxic to cats or dogs, which is unusual among trailing indoor plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright spot near a window, out of direct midday sun. Trailing from a shelf or hanging pot suits it, and indoors your climate stops mattering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e It flowers better slightly root bound, so keep it in a snug pot and repot only every three or four years. Drainage holes are not optional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e Outdoors it needs a sheltered frost free position, and cooler gardens should bring it under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Krimson Queen Hoya in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light gives the strongest variegation and the best chance of flowering. Deep shade turns growth leggy and green. Outdoors it suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens only, since it is frost tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A chunky, free draining mix of orchid bark, perlite and a little potting mix. Hoyas are epiphytes, so their roots want air as much as moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Soak thoroughly, tip out the saucer, then let the mix dry most of the way through before the next drink: roughly every one to two weeks in warm months, less in winter. Half strength liquid fertiliser monthly through spring and summer is plenty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim only to shape or control length. Never cut off the bare flower spurs left after blooming, because next season's flowers come from those same spurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes in 125mm pots in packs of ten and 180mm pots in packs of six. The 125mm plants are young, with a few trailing stems, and fill a hanging pot within a season or two. The 180mm size is ready to train onto a hoop straight away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoyas travel better than almost any indoor plant because the leaves hold their own moisture. Give yours a week in bright indirect light before the first water. Growth is slower than a plain green hoya, and flowering usually starts at two or three years old. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-indoor-plants-alive\"\u003eHow to keep your indoor plants alive\u003c\/a\u003e covers the light and watering mistakes behind most failures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eindoor plant range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pet-friendly-indoor-plants\"\u003epet friendly indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-repot-your-plants-like-a-pro\"\u003eHow to repot a plant properly\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is mine not flowering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually age, light or repotting. Give it bright indirect light, leave it slightly root bound, and check you have not cut off the old flower spurs, the most common reason a healthy hoya stops blooming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery one to two weeks in the warm months, less in winter, and only once the mix has dried most of the way through. Yellowing lower leaves mean too much water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, hoyas are not toxic to either. That makes this one of the few trailing plants you can hang low in a room with a curious pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it outside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly in a frost free spot with shelter and bright indirect light: tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens. Anywhere colder, treat it as an indoor plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":55100425077055,"sku":"HOY-CAR-KRI-140MM-P10","price":459.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"180mm (Pack of 6) (Backorder)","offer_id":51625597272383,"sku":"HOY-CAR-KRI-180MM-P6","price":341.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250mm (Pack of 3) (Backorder)","offer_id":55100425109823,"sku":"HOY-CAR-KRI-250MM-P3","price":392.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Hoya-carnosa-Krimson-Queen.jpg?v=1768455827"},{"product_id":"billardiera-cymosa-sweet-appleberry","title":"Billardiera cymosa - Sweet Appleberry","description":"\u003cp\u003eSweet appleberry (\u003cem\u003eBillardiera cymosa\u003c\/em\u003e) is a light twining climber from southern Australia that reaches about 2m high and 1.5m across, small enough to cover a trellis panel without ever becoming a problem. Through spring it hangs clusters of narrow purple and pink bells along the stems, followed by sweet edible berries. It is one of the easiest native climbers to place in a small garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA climber that stays in scale.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 2m by 1.5m it will not swamp a fence or pull down a trellis the way a jasmine or a wisteria can.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdible berries.\u003c\/strong\u003e The small fruit that follows the flowers ripens sweet, with the apple like flavour that gives the plant its name.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuinely tough.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost hardy, drought tolerant and content in poor soil, which is what the dry southern country it comes from demands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt feeds insects.\u003c\/strong\u003e Native bees and butterflies work the bell flowers steadily through spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening a small structure.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart along a trellis or wire for light cover. It gives filtered privacy rather than a solid wall, which suits a courtyard divider or a lattice panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its modest size lets it climb an obelisk in a bed, scramble over a low fence or thread through an established shrub without smothering it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 400mm pot with a frame in it gives you a movable screen on a balcony or a courtyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing sweet appleberry in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to light shade, with the heaviest flowering in sun. It suits warm temperate, cool temperate and Mediterranean gardens and is frost hardy, so cold southern winters are no obstacle. Humid tropical and subtropical conditions do not suit it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining is the main requirement, and poor sandy ground is fine. Avoid rich, heavily fertilised beds, and never let it sit wet through winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly through the first summer, then only in long dry spells. A low phosphorus native fertiliser in early spring is plenty, since heavy feeding gives you leaf at the expense of flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tip prune after flowering to thicken the cover and keep stems within the frame. It is a twiner rather than a clinger, so it needs wire, lattice or a shrub to climb, not a bare wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is supplied in tube stock. These are young plants with a few soft trailing stems, which is how most native climbers are sold, and they establish quickly once they have something to hold. Tie the first stems to the support at planting so they head in the right direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTubes travel well because there is nothing tall to snap. Expect a quiet month while the roots go down, then rapid stem growth through the first warm season and the first real flowering in the second spring. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full climber range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/edible-plants\"\u003eMore edible plants for the garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-plants-to-soften-fences-and-retaining-walls\"\u003eSoftening fences and retaining walls with plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-natives\"\u003eExplore Australian native plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre the berries actually worth eating?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They ripen to a sweet, mildly apple flavoured fruit and have long been eaten as a bush food. 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First season plants appreciate shelter, but established ones need nothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":51640151769407,"sku":"SWE-APP-tube","price":20.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Billardiera-cymosa-Sweet-Appleberry.png?v=1766223218"},{"product_id":"bougainvillea-purple-cascade-bougainvillea-glabra-purple-cascade","title":"Bougainvillea ‘Purple Cascade’ - Bougainvillea glabra ‘Purple Cascade’","description":"\u003cp\u003eBougainvillea 'Purple Cascade' (\u003cem\u003eBougainvillea glabra\u003c\/em\u003e 'Purple Cascade') is the plant for the hot, dry, difficult spot that has already defeated something else. Trained on a fence or wall it reaches about 4m tall and 3m wide, smothering itself in deep purple bracts through the warm months. It is fast, drought tolerant and salt tolerant, and the only thing it really asks is full sun and a pair of secateurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour on a scale nothing else matches.\u003c\/strong\u003e The purple bracts cover the whole plant rather than appearing in patches, and they hold for months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt thrives where watering is hard.\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuinely drought tolerant once established, and it flowers better when kept on the dry side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat, salt and exposure are all fine.\u003c\/strong\u003e Coastal front gardens, west facing walls and hot inland courtyards all suit it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast cover.\u003c\/strong\u003e With a support to climb it covers a fence or a bare wall within two to three seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening a fence or wall.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart along a fence line for a solid screen, and give it wires or a trellis to tie into.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetaining walls and slopes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Planted above a wall it cascades over the face, which is where the variety name comes from and where it looks best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and coastal gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot 500mm or wider holds it to a manageable size, and salt tolerance makes it a reliable choice on exposed seaside blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing bougainvillea in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, all day. In shade you get leaves and no colour. It suits tropical, subtropical, warm temperate, Mediterranean and arid or semi-arid gardens, and handles light frost only, so cold inland and southern districts need a warm sheltered wall or a large pot that can be moved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining and not rich. Poor soil gives better flowering than improved soil, so skip heavy compost and manure. Disturb the root ball as little as possible when planting, because bougainvillea roots resent handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water weekly through the first summer, then sparingly. Regular deep watering produces lush green growth and very few bracts. A low nitrogen or flowering fertiliser in early spring is all it needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune after each flush, cutting back the long whippy growth to a few buds. This is what forces the short flowering wood. Wear thick gloves and long sleeves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo sizes are grown: tube stock and established 300mm plants. Tubes are young single stemmed plants and the value choice for a long fence, since it grows fast enough that a larger pot's head start is gone within a couple of years. The 300mm plants are already branched and usually flower in their first season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tube size is listed on backorder, so check availability before planning a run. Some leaf drop after transit is normal for this plant and it reshoots quickly. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/bougainvillea-care-tips-how-to-keep-your-plant-thriving\"\u003ebougainvillea care guide\u003c\/a\u003e for pruning and feeding detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eclimber range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee what else suits an exposed site in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coastal-salt-tolerant-plants\"\u003ecoastal and salt tolerant plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare options in \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-plants-to-soften-fences-and-retaining-walls\"\u003eplants to soften fences and retaining walls\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is mine all leaves and no colour?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost always too much water, too much fertiliser, or not enough sun. Cut the watering right back, use a low nitrogen feed, and make sure it gets sun for most of the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart along a fence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne and a half metres apart, with wires or a trellis to tie the growth into. Bougainvillea scrambles rather than clings, so it will not attach itself to a bare surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I keep it in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, and pots suit it well, since restricted roots encourage flowering. Water sparingly and prune after each flush to hold the size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it thorny?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery. The thorns are stout and sharp, so keep it away from paths, play areas and narrow walkways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":51640172085567,"sku":"BOU-GLA-PUR-tube","price":25.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":54140064596287,"sku":"BOU-GLA-PUR-300MM","price":222.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Bougainvillea-Purple-Cascade-Bougainvillea-glabra-Purple-Cascade.png?v=1766223227"},{"product_id":"bougainvillea-red-dragon-bougainvillea-spp","title":"Bougainvillea ‘Red Dragon’ - Bougainvillea spp.","description":"\u003cp\u003eBougainvillea 'Red Dragon' (\u003cem\u003eBougainvillea\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Dragon') is the compact one. Instead of the ten metre monster swallowing a carport, it holds a shrubby habit around 2.5m tall and 2m wide, and prunes smaller or trains flat against a frame. The colour is deep red, carried in waves through the warm months, and it takes heat, salt wind and drought without complaint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour that lasts for weeks.\u003c\/strong\u003e The red sits in the bracts rather than the flowers, so a display holds far longer than an ordinary shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA size you can manage.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 2.5m by 2m it fits a large pot, a courtyard corner or a fence panel, and hard pruning keeps it lower again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal and drought proof.\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt tolerant, heat tolerant and happy on very little water once established, so it suits exposed seaside blocks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt flowers on neglect.\u003c\/strong\u003e Less water and less fertiliser gives more colour, not less.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e A container restricts the roots, which suits bougainvillea perfectly and holds it closer to 1.5m. Use a pot at least 500mm wide against a warm sunny wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trained along a fence or a wire frame it makes a dense thorny barrier. Given its 2m spread, plant 1.5m apart for a continuous run, and site it where nobody brushes past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal and feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt laden wind does not bother it, so it suits a beach house boundary or a hot coloured feature in a dry garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Bougainvillea 'Red Dragon' in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, six hours minimum, or the colour will not come. It suits tropical, subtropical, warm temperate, arid, semi-arid and Mediterranean gardens, and being frost tender, cool and southern districts want a pot that can move under cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining is the only requirement, and poor sandy soil suits it better than rich ground. Mound the position on clay and disturb the root ball as little as possible, because these roots resent handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly through the first summer, then cut back hard, because a plant kept moist and fed with nitrogen makes lush growth and no colour. Let it dry between waterings and use a low nitrogen fertiliser in early spring and midsummer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune after each flush, cutting the long whippy growth back by a third to a half, which is where the size control happens. Wear thick gloves and long sleeves, because the thorns are sharp and the sap irritates skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in tube stock. Tubes are young plants with a handful of stems and no colour yet, which surprises people picturing the shrub they saw on a holiday street. It is still the right way to buy one, because small root systems establish far more reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are packed to travel upright and delivered Australia wide, delivery from $29.95. Some leaf drop in transit is normal and it reshoots quickly in warmth. Expect the first real flush in the second warm season, under our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/bougainvillea-care-tips-how-to-keep-your-plant-thriving\"\u003eBougainvillea care tips for watering, feeding and colour\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coastal-salt-tolerant-plants\"\u003eSee the full coastal and salt tolerant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drought-tolerant-plants\"\u003eCompare other drought tolerant plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003eBrowse plants suited to pots and balconies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my bougainvillea all leaves and no colour?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToo much water, too much nitrogen, or not enough sun. It colours up under mild stress, so ease off the hose and switch to a low nitrogen fertiliser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it have thorns, and will it survive frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe thorns are substantial, so keep it clear of paths and play areas and wear gloves when pruning. It is also frost tender, and a hard frost cuts it to the ground, so cold gardens should keep it potted and under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I keep it as a small shrub?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Left alone it reaches about 2.5m, but pruning after each flush holds it at 1m to 1.5m, and a container does much of that by restricting the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":51640181719359,"sku":"BOU-SPP-tube","price":25.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Bougainvillea-Red-Dragon-Bougainvillea-spp.jpg?v=1766223229"},{"product_id":"bougainvillea-scarlet-o-hara-bougainvillea-spp","title":"Bougainvillea ‘Scarlet O’Hara’ - Bougainvillea spp.","description":"\u003cp\u003eBougainvillea 'Scarlet O'Hara' (\u003cem\u003eBougainvillea\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) is the vigorous red one, the variety people picture when they imagine a wall of colour over a carport or a coastal fence. Given a strong support it climbs to around 6m and spreads about 4m, and it does it quickly. Heat, drought and salt wind barely register. Frost does, so this is a plant for warm gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep red colour for most of the year.\u003c\/strong\u003e The colour comes from bracts rather than petals, which is why it holds for weeks rather than days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast cover.\u003c\/strong\u003e Few climbers clothe a fence or pergola as quickly. On a good site it covers a standard carport within two to three seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrought and heat tolerant.\u003c\/strong\u003e It flowers best on the dry side, so less water and less feeding gives more colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal ready.\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt tolerant and unbothered by exposure, so a beachside fence line is within its range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt works in a pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e Root restriction encourages flowering, so a large container on a hot courtyard suits it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 2m apart along a fence or wire for a continuous curtain. It needs something solid to climb, because the canes get heavy as they lengthen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal gardens and hot courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e Reflected heat off paving and walls suits it. This is the plant for the position that cooks everything else by February.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot at least 500mm wide with gritty mix and full sun holds it at a manageable 1.5m to 2m with three or four trims a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing bougainvillea in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, and the hotter the better. It suits tropical, subtropical, warm temperate, Mediterranean and arid or semi-arid gardens. It is frost tender, so cold southern gardens are unsuitable in the ground; a large pot moved under cover for winter is the honest workaround.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining and on the lean side. Sandy and gravelly soils are ideal, and heavy clay needs a raised bed. Do not enrich the planting hole, because rich soil produces leafy canes and little colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water twice weekly through the first summer, then only in prolonged dry weather. Letting the plant dry slightly between waterings triggers a flush of bracts. Use a low nitrogen fertiliser in early spring and mid summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim after each flush, cutting the long whippy canes back to shape. It flowers on new growth, so pruning drives the next display. Wear heavy gloves and long sleeves, because the canes carry sharp thorns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis variety is grown as tube stock, so plants arrive young: a short stem with a few leaves, not the mass of colour in the photograph. Bougainvillea resents root disturbance, and a tube transplants far more cleanly than a larger pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant it against its support straight away, tie the leading cane in, and water it well. Expect slow progress for two or three months, then rapid growth once summer arrives, with the first real display usually in the second season. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95, under our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/bougainvillea-care-tips-how-to-keep-your-plant-thriving\"\u003ebougainvillea care tips\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003erange of climbing plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coastal-salt-tolerant-plants\"\u003esalt tolerant plants for coastal gardens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind companions in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003eplants for pots and containers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it along a fence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 2m apart. Each plant spreads roughly 4m, so 2m spacing gives a solid curtain with overlap, and it lets you train the canes horizontally, which produces more flowering side shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is mine all leaves and no colour?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost always too much water, too much nitrogen, or not enough sun. Cut back the watering, switch to a low nitrogen fertiliser, and give it six hours of direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it have thorns?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, and they are substantial. Keep it away from narrow paths, doorways and play areas, and wear thick gloves when pruning. On a pergola above head height it causes no trouble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":51640184504639,"sku":"BOU-SPP-2-tube","price":25.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Bougainvillea-Scarlet-OHara-Bougainvillea-spp.jpg?v=1766223230"},{"product_id":"bougainvillea-smarty-pants-bougainvillea-spp","title":"Bougainvillea ‘Smarty Pants’ - Bougainvillea spp.","description":"\u003cp\u003eBougainvillea 'Smarty Pants' (\u003cem\u003eBougainvillea\u003c\/em\u003e 'Smarty Pants') gives you the colour of a bougainvillea without the ladder work. It is a dwarf shrubby form rather than a climber, holding at about 1.5m tall and 1.5m wide, and it covers itself in pure white bracts from spring through to autumn. That compact habit makes it a genuine pot and courtyard plant rather than something that swallows a pergola.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact, not a climber.\u003c\/strong\u003e It builds a rounded shrub around 1.5m each way, so it needs none of the tying and training a climbing bougainvillea demands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite bracts over a long season.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean white colour from spring into autumn, which sits well against rendered walls, pool fencing and dark foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThrives on neglect.\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought tolerant, heat tolerant, salt tolerant and happy in poor soil. It flowers best when it is a little stressed rather than pampered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade for containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Root restriction actually improves flowering, so a pot is an ideal home rather than a compromise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots, balconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e A container 400mm or wider is plenty. Keep it in the sunniest spot you have and let it dry between waterings, because potted plants flower harder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt and heat tolerance suit a pool surround, and it does not overhang the water. Site it back from bare feet, because it carries thorns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow mass planting and borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart for a low block of white through a hot, dry bed. At that spacing the plants merge within two seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Bougainvillea 'Smarty Pants' in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, and the more the better. Six hours minimum, and shade simply means no flowers. It suits tropical, subtropical, warm temperate, Mediterranean and arid gardens. It is frost tender, so in cool districts grow it in a pot that can be moved under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining and on the poor side. Rich, composted soil gives lush green growth and very few bracts. In pots, use a quality potting mix with extra coarse sand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water twice weekly for the first two months, then let it dry out between deep waterings, because a dry period triggers a flush of bracts. Feed with a low nitrogen, high potassium fertiliser in early spring and mid summer. High nitrogen feeds are the usual reason a bougainvillea stays green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tip prune after each flowering flush to keep it dense and encourage the next round. Wear thick gloves, because the stems carry sharp thorns. A harder shaping cut is best done in late winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in one size, tube stock. Each plant arrives small and single stemmed with a strong root system, which is how bougainvilleas transplant best. They resent root disturbance, so plant it out without teasing the roots. Expect a well furnished shrub in its second season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants travel upright and are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost. Some bract drop in transit is normal. Expect new growth within three to four weeks in warm weather, and the first real flush of colour in the first full warm season. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/bougainvillea-care-tips-how-to-keep-your-plant-thriving\"\u003eBougainvillea care tips for Australian gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ePlants that perform in pots and containers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-balconies\"\u003eCompact plants for balconies and courtyards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003ePlants suited to poolside gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it climb?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a dwarf shrubby bougainvillea that forms a rounded bush around 1.5m each way. If you want to cover a fence or pergola you need a full sized climbing variety instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it have thorns?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Like nearly all bougainvilleas it carries sharp thorns along the stems, so wear gloves when pruning and keep it back from narrow paths and play areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is mine all leaf and no colour?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually too much water, too much nitrogen, or not enough sun. Let it dry between waterings, switch to a low nitrogen fertiliser, and give it at least six hours of direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":51640190566719,"sku":"BOU-SPP-3-tube","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Bougainvillea-Smarty-Pants-Bougainvillea-spp.jpg?v=1766223231"},{"product_id":"bougainvillea-white-cascade-bougainvillea-spp","title":"Bougainvillea ‘White Cascade’ - Bougainvillea spp.","description":"\u003cp\u003eBougainvillea 'White Cascade' (\u003cem\u003eBougainvillea\u003c\/em\u003e 'White Cascade') is the climber for a hot, dry, west facing fence that has beaten everything else. Given something to climb it reaches about 5m tall and 3m wide, carrying flushes of clean white bracts from spring through to autumn. It flowers hardest in the conditions most plants resent: full sun, lean soil and very little water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite that sits with any colour scheme.\u003c\/strong\u003e The bracts open cream and settle to white, so they lift a dark fence without fighting the rest of the planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt prefers to be left alone.\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought tolerant, heat tolerant and content in poor soil. Rich ground and constant water give you foliage instead of flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for the coast.\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt and wind tolerant, so a beachfront fence line does not scorch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou decide the size.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tied onto a pergola it climbs to about 5m; clipped twice a year in a large pot it holds at around a metre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFences, walls and pergolas.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 2m apart for full cover and give the stems wire or a frame to be tied to. It scrambles rather than twines, so it will not grip a smooth surface on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e A restricted root run suits it, and plants in large containers usually flower more freely than those with unlimited soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoundary screening.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trained onto a wire frame it makes a dense, thorny privacy screen that nothing pushes through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Bougainvillea 'White Cascade' in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, at least six hours. It suits tropical, subtropical, warm temperate, Mediterranean and arid or semi arid gardens. Light frost only, so in cold inland and frosty southern gardens give it a warm north facing wall, or a pot that can move under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Drainage matters far more than fertility. It grows in sand, gravel and thin poor ground. On heavy clay, plant high on a raised mound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply once a week through the first summer, then taper right off. Feed in early spring with a low nitrogen, high potassium fertiliser. High nitrogen lawn food gives foliage and no bracts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers form on new growth, so trim after each flush to bring on the next. Wear gloves and long sleeves: the stems carry sharp thorns and the sap can irritate skin, which also makes this a poor choice beside a play area or a pet run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in tube size, so plants are young, one or two stems and well short of the trellis you have in mind. That is the sensible way to buy bougainvillea: the roots are brittle and resent disturbance, and small plants establish faster than large. Slide the root ball in whole without teasing the roots out, then stake the leading stem to its support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are packed to travel upright and delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Expect some leaf drop and a quiet month after planting, then strong growth once the soil warms. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eCompare climbing plants for fences and pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ePlants that perform in containers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eBuild a warm climate garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/planting-tips-how-to-grow-a-beautiful-garden\"\u003ePreparing a new garden bed before planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my bougainvillea all leaf and no flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost always too much water, too much nitrogen, or not enough sun. Cut watering back, switch to a low nitrogen fertiliser, and give it six hours of direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it have thorns?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The stems carry sharp thorns along their length, an asset on a boundary and a nuisance beside a path. Site it where nobody brushes past, and prune with gloves on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight frost only. In hard frosting gardens it burns back and may not recover, so give it a warm sheltered wall or a pot you can move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":51640195940671,"sku":"BOU-SPP-4-tube","price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Bougainvillea-White-Cascade-Bougainvillea-spp.jpg?v=1766223233"},{"product_id":"boysenberry-rubus-ursinus-rubus-idaeus","title":"Boysenberry - Rubus ursinus × Rubus idaeus","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe boysenberry (\u003cem\u003eRubus ursinus\u003c\/em\u003e x \u003cem\u003eRubus idaeus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a blackberry and raspberry cross that produces big, soft, deep purple fruit with a richer flavour than either parent. It is a rambling cane fruit rather than a bush, reaching about 2m long and 1.5m wide once trained onto a trellis or a run of wires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit you cannot easily buy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Boysenberries bruise in transit, so they rarely reach a supermarket shelf in good condition. Picked at home they are a different thing entirely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt crops early in life.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast growing canes made in the first season carry the first real crop the following summer, which is quick for a fruiting plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost hardy and heat tolerant.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows in cool temperate, warm temperate, Mediterranean and subtropical gardens, so most of the country can have a go.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood for pollinators.\u003c\/strong\u003e White and pink blossom feeds bees and butterflies in spring, before the fruit sets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall gardens and fence lines.\u003c\/strong\u003e One plant covers roughly 1.5m of wire or fence, so a narrow strip along a side boundary is enough to grow real quantities of fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot of 50L or more with a trellis behind it works on a balcony or courtyard, though potted plants dry out faster and need watering more often.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trained over an arch or an obelisk it earns its space twice, as a structure in the garden and as a crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing boysenberry in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it at least six hours of sun for a decent crop. It is frost hardy, and winter cold does no harm to dormant canes. In subtropical gardens, a position with morning sun and shelter from harsh afternoon heat protects the fruit as it ripens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, rich, free draining soil with plenty of compost dug through. Mulch heavily to keep the surface roots cool and the moisture even, but keep the mulch off the crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Steady water while the fruit is swelling makes the difference between small dry berries and large juicy ones. Feed with a complete organic fertiliser in early spring and again after harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning and training.\u003c\/strong\u003e It fruits on canes grown the previous season. Once a cane has finished cropping, cut it out at ground level and tie the new season's canes onto the wires in its place. Do this every year and the plant stays productive and manageable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown as tube stock, so your plant arrives as a young rooted cane rather than a fruiting plant. Put a support in place before you plant, because retro fitting a trellis around established canes is awkward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are packed to travel upright and delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/edible-plants\"\u003eBrowse the edible plants range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/growing-a-successful-fruit-and-vegetable-garden\"\u003eHow to plan a productive fruit and vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bee-and-butterfly-plants\"\u003ePlants that bring in bees and butterflies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ePlants that grow well in pots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need two plants for fruit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Boysenberries are self fertile, so a single plant will crop. A second plant simply gives you more fruit over the same picking window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen will I get my first berries?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a token pick in the first summer at most, and the first real crop in the second, once the canes grown in year one have matured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it have to be trained on a trellis?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, in any practical sense. Left loose, the canes sprawl, the fruit sits in the dirt and picking becomes a chore, so a simple two wire frame is worth the effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it handle a hot inland summer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is heat tolerant, but fruit quality drops in extreme heat without water. Mulch deeply and water consistently through ripening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":51640200036671,"sku":"RUB-URS-RUB-tube","price":22.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Boysenberry-Rubus-ursinus-x-Rubus-idaeus.jpg?v=1766223234"},{"product_id":"minima-creeping-fig-ficus-pumila-minima","title":"Minima Creeping Fig - Ficus pumila 'Minima'","description":"\u003cp\u003eMinima Creeping Fig (\u003cem\u003eFicus pumila\u003c\/em\u003e 'Minima') is the fine leafed form of the classic self clinging climber, used wherever a bare wall or fence needs to disappear behind a flat skin of green. It attaches itself without wires or a trellis and will cover about 4m of height and 3m of width per plant. The smaller leaf gives a tighter, neater surface than standard creeping fig, which is why designers specify it for green walls and courtyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo trellis, no wires.\u003c\/strong\u003e Aerial roots grip brick, block, stone and concrete directly, so the fence itself becomes the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe neatest leaf in the family.\u003c\/strong\u003e The small foliage lies flat and dense, reading as a clipped surface rather than a tangle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast to green a space.\u003c\/strong\u003e Planted 50cm apart along a wall, it produces meaningful cover within two to three seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMore than a climber.\u003c\/strong\u003e Without a wall it runs as a groundcover, spilling over retaining walls and mass planted banks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTough in most climates.\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat, humidity, coastal air and dry spells are all tolerated once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening walls and fences.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 50cm apart along the base and the wall greens over as a single surface: courtyard walls, boundary fences and garage sides all qualify.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetaining walls and slopes.\u003c\/strong\u003e It clings down a wall face as readily as up, hiding raw concrete block and rendered surfaces, and it will carpet the slope above while it is at it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a trough or planter it turns a balcony wall or privacy panel green in a very small footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Minima Creeping Fig in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sun or part shade both work, with growth fastest where there is some direct light. It suits tropical, subtropical, warm temperate and cool temperate gardens, but handles light frost only, so in cold districts give it a warm, sheltered north facing wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Any reasonable garden soil with decent drainage. On sand, dig in compost before planting so the roots hold moisture while the plant attaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water weekly through the first warm season, then it is largely drought tolerant. A complete fertiliser each spring pushes cover along in the early years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the one job that matters. Clip the face two or three times a year to keep the fine juvenile foliage, and trim the edges away from gutters, windows and paintwork before they reach them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants come as single tubes, 140mm pots in packs of ten, and 200mm pots in packs of six. Tubes are the budget way to plant a long run at 50cm spacings; the potted packs establish and attach noticeably faster. Young plants arrive as trailing starters rather than attached climbers, so press the first stems against the wall and they will grip on their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95, and every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse climbing plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-retaining-walls\"\u003ePlants for retaining walls and slopes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ficus\"\u003eMore ficus varieties\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/groundcover\"\u003eGroundcover plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it damage my wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn sound brick, block, stone or concrete it is generally fine. 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In cool temperate gardens plant it against a warm, sheltered wall with a northerly aspect, and it will shrug off the occasional cold snap once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":51641968853311,"sku":"FIC-PUM-MIN-tube","price":15.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140070723903,"sku":"FIC-PUM-MIN-140MM-P10","price":203.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6) (Backorder)","offer_id":54140070756671,"sku":"FIC-PUM-MIN-200MM-P6","price":233.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Minima-Creeping-Fig-Ficus-pumila-Minima.png?v=1766223530"},{"product_id":"hardenbergia-lilac-lace-hardenbergia-violacea-lilac-lace","title":"Hardenbergia Lilac Lace - Hardenbergia violacea ‘Lilac Lace’","description":"\u003cp\u003eHardenbergia 'Lilac Lace' (\u003cem\u003eHardenbergia violacea\u003c\/em\u003e 'Lilac Lace') is the native climber that flowers in the dullest part of the year. Sprays of small lilac pea flowers cover it in late winter, when almost nothing else is out. It twines to about 2.5m on a trellis with a spread of 2m, or trails down a bank as a groundcover if you give it nothing to climb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour in late winter.\u003c\/strong\u003e The lilac flower sprays arrive in July and August in most districts, filling the gap before spring properly starts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimber or groundcover, your choice.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it a trellis and it twines to 2.5m. Give it a slope and it spreads across the face instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy across most of the country.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost hardy, drought tolerant, salt tolerant and content in poor soil once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative and good for pollinators.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bees and butterflies work the flowers in late winter, when nectar is scarce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening a fence or trellis.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart along a fence or trellis. It is light enough for wire or lattice and will not pull a structure apart the way heavier climbers do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetaining walls and slopes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Planted along the top of a batter it trails down and covers the face, and the roots help hold the surface. Space it at 1.5m here as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroundcover and coastal gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e With nothing to climb it makes a low tangled cover about 300mm deep, and it handles coastal salt air without complaint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Hardenbergia 'Lilac Lace' in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun for the heaviest flowering, though it accepts part shade with fewer flowers. It suits subtropical, warm temperate, cool temperate and Mediterranean gardens, and it is frost hardy once established. It is less at home in the wet tropics, where humidity brings on leaf problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Well drained and not rich. Sandy and gravelly soils are ideal, and poor ground is no obstacle. On clay, mound the planting position and work coarse material through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water weekly through the first summer, then only in long dry spells. Use a low phosphorus native fertiliser in early spring if you feed at all, because high phosphorus damages the roots of many natives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune immediately after flowering in early spring, taking up to a third off to keep it dense and stop the base going bare. It takes a hard renovation well, so an old tangled plant can be cut back. Pruning later removes the buds for next winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo sizes are grown: tube stock, and 140mm plants in packs of ten. Tube stock is the value choice and the way most landscapers plant hardenbergia, because young plants twine onto a support quickly once established. The packs of ten suit a full fence line or a bank, where 1.5m spacing means you need real numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants arrive with the stems wound onto a small stake or trimmed back, and a few dropped leaves after a long trip is normal. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Tie the leading stems onto your support in the first month, and look for the first real flowering in the second winter. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full climbing plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-natives\"\u003eExplore the Australian native range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-retaining-walls\"\u003ePlants for retaining walls and slopes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/designing-a-native-australian-garden-to-attract-wildlife\"\u003eDesigning a native garden that attracts wildlife\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it along a fence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne and a half metres apart. Each plant spreads to about 2m, so at that spacing the stems overlap and cover the panel without crowding each other at the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I prune it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStraight after it finishes flowering in early spring. It sets the next season's buds through summer and autumn, so a late trim removes the very flowers you were waiting for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it damage a timber fence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It twines rather than gripping with aerial roots or suckers, and it stays light, so it simply needs a wire or a lattice to hold onto and leaves no marks behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":51643341209919,"sku":"HAR-VIO-LIL-tube","price":15.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":54140072853823,"sku":"HAR-VIO-LIL-140MM-P10","price":199.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Hardenbergia-Lilac-Lace-Hardenbergia-violacea-Lilac-Lace.png?v=1766223654"},{"product_id":"hardenbergia-meema-hardenbergia-violacea-meema","title":"Meema™ Hardenbergia - Hardenbergia violacea 'HB1' PBR","description":"\u003cp\u003eHardenbergia 'Meema' (\u003cem\u003eHardenbergia violacea\u003c\/em\u003e 'Meema') is the version of native sarsaparilla that stays on the ground instead of climbing the nearest fence. It forms a low spreading mound about 0.5m high and 1.5m across, then covers itself in deep purple pea flowers from late winter into spring, weeks before most of the garden wakes up. It is tough, drought tolerant and needs almost nothing once it has rooted in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt spreads instead of twining.\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike the common climbing form, 'Meema' is a self supporting groundcover, so it will not wind itself through a hedge or a fence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurple flowers in the quiet months.\u003c\/strong\u003e The display runs from late winter into spring, when very little else is in colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuinely low maintenance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost hardy, drought tolerant and salt tolerant, with no pests worth spraying for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHolds a slope.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense fibrous roots and trailing stems make it a practical bank stabiliser as well as an ornamental one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeds bees and butterflies.\u003c\/strong\u003e Native pea flowers are a reliable early season nectar source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroundcover and mass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart, roughly one plant per square metre, for cover that closes over in two seasons. Tighter spacing wastes plants without closing much faster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetaining walls and slopes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set plants along the top of a wall at 1m centres and let the stems trail over the face. On a bank, the same spacing across the whole area knits into a mat that holds soil through heavy rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRockeries, borders and edging.\u003c\/strong\u003e It softens hard edges without lifting above knee height, so sightlines over a garden bed stay open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Hardenbergia 'Meema' in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade, with the heaviest flowering in full sun. It performs across subtropical, warm temperate, cool temperate and Mediterranean gardens, and established plants are frost hardy, so cold southern and tableland districts are no problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost any free draining soil, including sandy and coastal ground. It will not accept sitting water, so mound the planting area on heavy clay. Mulch 75mm deep between plants until they meet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water weekly through the first summer to get roots down, then only in extended dry weather. Feed lightly with a low phosphorus native fertiliser in early spring if growth looks tired, though many gardens never need to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shear lightly straight after flowering to keep the mound dense and stop the centre opening up. It reshoots readily, so a tired planting can be cut back harder to renovate it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe grow it in tube and in 140mm pots sold in packs of 10. Both arrive as small plants with a few trailing stems rather than an instant mat, which is normal for groundcovers and part of why they establish so well. For any area over a few square metres, the 140mm pack is the practical choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Expect the first month to look slow while roots move out, then rapid spread through the first warm season and near full coverage by the end of the second. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/groundcover\"\u003egroundcover range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee what suits \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-retaining-walls\"\u003eretaining walls and slopes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead our guide to \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/top-plants-for-ground-cover-a-guide-to-greenery\"\u003echoosing ground cover plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-natives\"\u003eAustralian native plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill 'Meema' climb like other hardenbergias?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a selected non twining form that spreads sideways rather than seeking support. That is the whole reason to choose it over the standard purple coral pea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many plants do I need per square metre?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne, at 1m spacing. On a steep bank where you want fast cover to hold soil, tighten to 80cm and accept the extra cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it handle frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, established plants are frost hardy and grow well in cool temperate and Mediterranean gardens. Protect first year plants through a severe cold snap with a light mulch over the root zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":51643342061887,"sku":"HAR-VIO-HB1-tube","price":15.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140072886591,"sku":"HAR-VIO-HB1-140MM-P10","price":220.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Hardenbergia-Meema-Hardenbergia-violacea-Meema.png?v=1766223655"},{"product_id":"canary-ivy-hedera-canariensis","title":"Canary Ivy - Hedera canariensis","description":"\u003cp\u003eCanary Ivy (\u003cem\u003eHedera canariensis\u003c\/em\u003e) is the fastest way to green a bare wall, a retaining wall or a shaded bank where nothing else will grow. It climbs to about 6m and spreads around 3m, with large glossy evergreen leaves that hold their colour all winter. It is vigorous, and that is both the reason to plant it and the reason to keep it firmly contained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt covers ground and walls quickly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast growing to about 6m of climb and 3m of spread, so a raw block wall or an eroding bank stops looking raw within a couple of seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt works in shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade suits it, which puts it on a short list of plants that will cover a south facing wall or the dry ground beneath established trees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge glossy evergreen leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bigger and shinier than common ivy, holding a solid green wall of foliage right through winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuinely tough.\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought tolerant once established, frost hardy, salt tolerant and untroubled by poor soil. It will grow where builders left the ground compacted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetaining walls and slopes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart across the face of a bank. The stems root down as they run, binding the surface and stopping erosion in a position usually too steep and dry to plant any other way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening a wall or fence.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 1m spacing along the base of a masonry wall or a wire frame it will cover the structure completely. Give it something to grip and it climbs without help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Canary Ivy in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade is ideal, though it copes with sun in cooler districts. It grows across subtropical, warm temperate, cool temperate and Mediterranean gardens, and it is frost hardy, so cold southern winters are no obstacle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost anything. Poor, compacted and stony soils are all acceptable provided water drains away. Improving the soil mostly succeeds in making an already vigorous plant faster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water weekly through the first summer to establish, then only in long dry spells. Do not feed it. There is no version of this plant that needs encouragement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning and containment.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the real job. Cut it back hard once or twice a year to keep it off gutters, roof tiles and the neighbour's side of the fence. The aerial roots grip strongly and can lift soft mortar and paint, so keep it on sound masonry or a frame rather than rendered or timber surfaces. It can escape gardens and naturalise, so never plant it near bushland or a waterway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in one size, tube stock: a small, young rooted plant, which is the right way to buy a vigorous climber. It establishes fast, costs least per metre of wall, and catches up to a larger plant within a season. Order the numbers you need for 1m spacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTube stock travels well and arrives compact. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Expect visible running growth within a month in warm weather, and every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-ground-cover-plants-for-shade\"\u003eThe best groundcovers for shaded ground\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full climber range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-retaining-walls\"\u003ePlants suited to retaining walls and slopes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-partial-shade\"\u003eCompare other plants for partial shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Ivy is toxic to pets, and chewing the leaves can cause drooling, vomiting and stomach upset. If your dog chews plants, choose a different groundcover for any area it uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it damage my wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can. The aerial roots grip hard and work into soft mortar, flaking paint and timber. On sound brick, block or concrete it is generally fine. On rendered or timber surfaces, grow it on a separate frame set clear of the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I stop it taking over?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut it back hard once or twice a year and maintain a clean edge with a spade or a mowing strip. Do not let it climb into trees, and never plant it where it can run into bushland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":51643348943167,"sku":"HED-CAN-tube","price":22.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":55100474949951,"sku":"HED-CAN-200MM-P6","price":191.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250mm (Pack of 3)","offer_id":55100475015487,"sku":"HED-CAN-250MM-P3","price":226.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500mm (Backorder)","offer_id":55100474982719,"sku":"HED-CAN-500MM","price":594.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Canary-Ivy-Hedera-canariensis.png?v=1766223678"},{"product_id":"variegated-ivy-hedera-white-diamond","title":"Variegated Ivy - Hedera ‘White Diamond’","description":"\u003cp\u003eVariegated Ivy 'White Diamond' (\u003cem\u003eHedera helix\u003c\/em\u003e 'White Diamond') is the fastest way to cover a bare wall, bank or fence with something that looks deliberate. It climbs or spreads to about 3m by 2m, and the cream and grey green leaves lift a shaded corner where plain green foliage disappears. It grows in poor soil, takes frost, wind and dry spells, and asks for very little once it is away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBright foliage for dark places.\u003c\/strong\u003e The cream variegation reads from a distance, so a shaded courtyard wall stops looking like a dead zone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast, dense cover.\u003c\/strong\u003e It fills a slope or a fence quickly, which is why it is a standard fix for erosion prone banks and awkward embankments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuinely undemanding.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost hardy, drought tolerant, wind tolerant and unbothered by poor soil, so it copes with the leftover corners of a garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt works in a pot too.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trailing over the edge of a container or a balcony rail gives you the same effect in a controlled space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroundcover and slopes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 50cm apart for quick groundcover. On a bank the stems root as they run, which knits the surface together and holds soil during heavy rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening a fence or wall.\u003c\/strong\u003e It climbs by aerial roots, so it scales a masonry wall or wire panel unaided. Keep it off mortar joints, painted render and timber cladding, where those roots cause real damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and retaining walls.\u003c\/strong\u003e A container or the top of a retaining wall suits it well, and a pot is the simplest way to enjoy the plant without managing its spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing variegated ivy in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade to full shade brings out the best variegation. Harsh afternoon sun bleaches and crisps the pale sections. It suits cool temperate, warm temperate and Mediterranean gardens, which covers the southern half of the country and the cooler tablelands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost anything with drainage. Poor, rocky or compacted soil is fine, though a little compost through the backfill speeds establishment. Mulch 50mm deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water weekly through the first summer, then only in extended dry weather. A light complete fertiliser in early spring is plenty, and overfeeding just produces growth you will have to cut back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim whenever it reaches the boundary you have set, any time from spring to autumn. Cutting hard is not a problem, and an annual tidy keeps it dense rather than ropey and bare at the centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is grown as tube stock. Plants arrive young, usually a single trailing stem, which is the sensible way to buy a groundcover: at 50cm spacing you need a lot of them, and ivy establishes so readily that larger stock buys you very little time. Expect running growth within one warm season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTubes travel well and are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo honest cautions. Ivy can escape into bushland from garden plantings, so keep it contained and never dump clippings in a reserve. The leaves and sap are also toxic to cats and dogs if chewed, and the sap can irritate skin, so wear gloves when you prune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers-groundcover\"\u003eBrowse climbers and groundcovers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/variegated-plants-explained-what-every-gardener-should-know\"\u003eWhat every gardener should know about variegated plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-plants-to-soften-fences-and-retaining-walls\"\u003eSoftening fences and retaining walls with planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-full-shade\"\u003ePlants for full shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many plants do I need to cover a bank?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 50cm spacing, roughly four plants per square metre. That closes over within a season or two in a shaded, reasonably watered position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it damage my wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn sound rendered or masonry surfaces it is usually fine, but the aerial roots work into soft mortar, flaking paint and timber cladding. Give it wire or a trellis held clear of the surface instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt will live indoors in a bright spot, though it needs cooler conditions and good airflow to stay healthy. Outdoors in shade is where it genuinely performs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":51643349434687,"sku":"HED-WHI-DIA-tube","price":22.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Variegated-Ivy-Hedera-White-Diamond.png?v=1766223680"},{"product_id":"swiss-cheese-vine-monstera-adansonii","title":"Swiss Cheese Vine - Monstera adansonii","description":"\u003cp\u003eSwiss Cheese Vine (\u003cem\u003eMonstera adansonii\u003c\/em\u003e) is the trailing aroid with holes punched right through its leaves, and the one to choose when you want a plant that visibly does something within months. Given a pole or a shelf it runs to about 2m of stem and 1m across, and in warm weather a new leaf unfurls each fortnight. It comes from Central and South American rainforest, which explains how it wants to be treated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves that look engineered.\u003c\/strong\u003e The oval holes, called fenestrations, open as each leaf matures and get larger as the plant gains height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt grows fast.\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm months bring a new leaf every week or two, which makes it satisfying for anyone short on patience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrail it or climb it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Left in a hanging pot it cascades; given a moss pole it climbs and produces bigger leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to make more of, and happy in humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cuttings root within a few weeks, and bathrooms and humid coastal homes suit it better than most indoor plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors, anywhere in the country.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is where most of them live, and inside your climate stops mattering. Bright indirect light near a window is the whole requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots, balconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e In tropical and subtropical gardens it lives outdoors year round in a shaded courtyard or covered balcony. Anywhere colder, keep it in a pot you can bring inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne caveat that matters: the leaves and stems are toxic to cats and dogs if chewed. Hang it high or choose a different plant if you have an animal that nibbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Swiss Cheese Vine in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light produces the best leaves and the most holes. Deep shade gives small solid leaves, while direct sun through glass scorches them. Outdoors it is strictly for frost free tropical and subtropical gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A chunky aroid mix, or potting mix opened up with perlite and orchid bark. The roots need air as much as water, and a dense mix in a pot without drainage is the fastest way to lose one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when the top third of the mix has dried, roughly weekly in summer and every two to three weeks in winter, then tip out the saucer. Feed a half strength liquid fertiliser monthly through spring and summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning and support.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut long bare stems back to a node and the plant branches from there. Add a moss pole early if you want large fenestrated leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree sizes are grown: a single tube, 200mm in a pack of 6 and 250mm in a pack of 3. Tubes are young rooted cuttings with a few small leaves and no holes yet, which is normal. The 200mm and 250mm plants arrive already trailing, the choice if you want a hanging pot to look finished straight away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAroids travel well packed upright, though a yellow lower leaf after transit is common and not a fault. Give it a week in bright indirect light before the first water. Delivered Australia wide, delivery from $29.95, and our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-indoor-plants-alive\"\u003eHow to keep your indoor plants alive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eBrowse the indoor plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-repot-your-plants-like-a-pro\"\u003eRepotting an indoor plant properly\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fruit-salad-plant-monstera-deliciosa\"\u003eFruit Salad Plant\u003c\/a\u003e for the large leaved monstera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do my leaves have no holes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung leaves are usually solid and the holes develop as the plant matures. Low light and nothing to climb both delay them, so add a moss pole and move it to a brighter window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the top third of the mix is dry, roughly weekly in summer and every two to three weeks in winter. Yellow lower leaves and a sour smelling pot mean too much water, not too little.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The sap contains calcium oxalate crystals, which irritate the mouth and cause drooling and vomiting if chewed. Rarely serious, but keep it out of reach of pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":51643698643263,"sku":"MON-ADA-tube","price":21.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":55100486517055,"sku":"MON-ADA-140MM-P10","price":232.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":54140077605183,"sku":"MON-ADA-200MM-P6","price":316.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250mm (Pack of 3)","offer_id":54140077637951,"sku":"MON-ADA-250MM-P3","price":257.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Swiss-Cheese-Vine-Monstera-adansonii.png?v=1766223882"},{"product_id":"carnivorous-pitcher-plant-nepenthes-louisa","title":"Carnivorous Pitcher Plant - Nepenthes ‘Louisa’","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Carnivorous Pitcher Plant (\u003cem\u003eNepenthes\u003c\/em\u003e 'Louisa') is a tropical climber that grows its own traps. Tendrils extend from the leaf tips and swell into hanging pitchers, each a fluid filled vessel that catches and digests insects. It reaches about 1m tall and 80cm across in a basket, and it is one of the easier Nepenthes hybrids to keep, given warmth, humidity and clean water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe pitchers are the whole point.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each mature leaf produces one, so a settled plant carries several at once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt genuinely catches insects.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fungus gnats, ants and small flies find their way in and do not come out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBred for the house, not the swamp.\u003c\/strong\u003e This hybrid was selected to cope with less humidity than its wild parents demand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNothing else in the collection looks like it.\u003c\/strong\u003e A hanging basket of pitchers is a conversation piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHanging baskets indoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e The pitchers need clear air below the foliage to hang properly, so a basket at eye level near a bright window shows them off and keeps them away from pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBathrooms and humid rooms.\u003c\/strong\u003e A bathroom or laundry with a window is close to ideal, since shower humidity keeps the pitchers filling rather than browning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheltered balconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e Outdoors it needs a frost free, humid position in a tropical or subtropical garden. In warm temperate gardens keep it under cover and bring it inside over winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing the carnivorous pitcher plant in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright filtered light, never harsh direct sun, which scorches the leaves and stops pitcher production. It is frost tender: tropical and subtropical gardens outdoors, and indoors anywhere in the country. Keep it above 12 degrees and away from cold draughts and air conditioning vents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing medium.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not potting mix. Use a purpose made carnivorous plant mix, or sphagnum moss blended with perlite or coarse bark. Ordinary mixes and fertilisers carry mineral salts that burn the fine roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rainwater or distilled water only, and keep the medium damp at all times. Humidity above about 60 percent keeps the pitchers coming, so misting helps in dry climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding and pruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not fertilise the medium, and never put meat or fertiliser into a pitcher: it rots the trap. It feeds itself from what it catches, and one small insect dropped into a pitcher every month or two is plenty indoors. Snip off pitchers and leaves once they brown, and trim the vine back in spring if it gets leggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is sold as tube stock, a young well rooted plant that usually arrives with small pitchers or none at all. Pitchers form on new growth, so expect the first proper ones two to three months after potting up. It is currently on backorder, so check the lead time shown on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePot it into a basket of carnivorous mix on arrival and keep it damp with rainwater. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-exotic-plants-guide\"\u003eA guide to growing exotic indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-indoor-plants-alive\"\u003eHow to keep your indoor plants alive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-and-rare-plants\"\u003eBrowse exotic and rare plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eSee the wider indoor plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my plant not making pitchers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost always light, humidity or water quality. Move it somewhere brighter but out of direct sun, lift the humidity, and switch to rainwater. New pitchers only form on new leaves, so improvement takes a couple of months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use tap water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot if you can avoid it. Dissolved minerals accumulate in the mix and burn the roots over a few months. Collect rainwater, or use distilled water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for a house with pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe do not list this plant as pet friendly, so hang it out of reach of any animal that chews foliage. The pitcher fluid is not something a pet should drink either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":51643743043903,"sku":"NEP-LOU-tube","price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Carnivorous-Pitcher-Plant-Nepenthes-Louisa.png?v=1766223916"},{"product_id":"carnivorous-pitcher-plant-nepenthes-suki","title":"Carnivorous Pitcher Plant - Nepenthes ‘Suki’","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Carnivorous Pitcher Plant (\u003cem\u003eNepenthes\u003c\/em\u003e 'Suki') grows its own traps: each leaf extends a tendril that swells into a hanging pitcher filled with fluid that digests the insects it catches. A mature basket sits at around 0.5m tall and 0.6m across, with the pitchers dangling below. It is grown for the novelty and it delivers, but it holds firm opinions about water and humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraps you can watch form.\u003c\/strong\u003e A tendril reaches out, thickens, then inflates into a lidded pitcher over a few weeks. Few houseplants are this interesting to watch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for a hanging basket.\u003c\/strong\u003e A climbing species, so the pitchers hang clear of the foliage instead of sitting in it. Raised to eye level it finally shows properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt likes the heat.\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmth and humidity are exactly what it wants, so a steamy summer that punishes other indoor plants suits it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo feeding, by design.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertiliser never goes near the mix, because the plant covers its own nutrition by catching insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright bathroom or kitchen is the honest first choice anywhere south of the tropics, because those rooms hold humidity the rest of the house does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and hanging baskets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow it in a basket so the pitchers hang free. Keep the mix open and low in nutrients, and never stand the pot in stale water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e In tropical and subtropical gardens it lives outside year round in a sheltered, shaded spot. In cooler regions treat it as a summer visitor that returns under cover before the first cold night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing the carnivorous pitcher plant in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light and constant warmth, never harsh sun through glass. It is frost tender, so outdoor growing is realistic only in the tropical far north and along the warm subtropical coast. Elsewhere it lives indoors or under cover, coming inside once nights drop below about 12 degrees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMix and humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a free draining carnivorous mix of sphagnum moss, perlite and bark. Ordinary potting mix will kill it, because the fertiliser burns the roots. Sit the basket above a tray of wet pebbles or run a humidifier: low humidity is the most common reason a healthy plant stops making pitchers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rainwater or distilled water only. Minerals in most tap water accumulate in the mix and slowly poison the roots. Keep the medium damp without letting it sit sodden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding and pruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not fertilise. One insect a month dropped into a pitcher is plenty indoors, and nothing is needed if it catches for itself. Trim pitchers and leaves as they brown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is sold as tubestock: a young plant with a handful of leaves, often carrying small pitchers or tendrils still forming rather than a basket of mature traps. Growing it on into a hanging basket is part of the point, and it establishes quickly in warm conditions, though it is a moderate grower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect it to sulk briefly after transit and to pause on pitcher production while it adjusts, so give it four to six weeks. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-indoor-plants-alive\"\u003eKeeping indoor plants alive through the seasons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eBrowse the full indoor plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-and-rare-plants\"\u003eSee other exotic and rare plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-plant-tips-for-beginners\"\u003eIndoor growing basics for beginners\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy has my plant stopped making pitchers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost always humidity, occasionally light. Pitchers form on new leaves, so in dry indoor air the tendrils shrivel before they inflate. Raise the humidity and the next flush will trap again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use tap water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, and this is the mistake that kills most of them. Rainwater or distilled water only, because tap water minerals build up in the mix and damage the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive outdoors in my garden?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly in tropical and subtropical areas, in shade and shelter. 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It is a twining Australian native, running to about 5m given something to hold and spreading roughly 3m wide, with glossy evergreen leaves and soft trumpet flowers in white through to pink with a deeper throat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast cover without the trouble.\u003c\/strong\u003e The stems twine around a support rather than gripping with aerial roots, so it will not damage a wall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong flowering season.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trumpets open from spring through summer and into autumn in a warm garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen year round.\u003c\/strong\u003e The leaves stay on, so the screening still works in July when a deciduous climber leaves you looking at bare wire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative, and good near the coast.\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to eastern Australia, it draws bees and butterflies, and it is salt tolerant and untroubled by humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFences, trellis and screening.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart to cover a fence or trellis. At that spacing each plant fills its own panel, and a run closes over in a season or two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a large pot with a frame or a wire grid it gives height and privacy in almost no footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trained over an arch, a pergola or an entry gate it reads as a deliberate piece of the garden. The final height depends on the support you give it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Bower Vine in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun gives the heaviest flowering, though it takes part shade with a lighter display. This suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens, and it takes light frost only, so cold inland and tableland gardens want a warm sheltered wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Well drained soil with compost worked through the planting area. On heavy clay, raise the bed or plant on a low mound. Mulch 75mm deep, back from the base of the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep soak twice a week through the first summer while the roots go down, then water to the weather. A controlled release fertiliser in early spring and again in late summer keeps it flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tie the leading stems onto the support early, since a twining climber left loose piles up on itself. Trim after the main flush, and cut tangled growth back hard in late winter to force fresh stems from the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes in three sizes: tube stock, 140mm in packs of ten, and 200mm in packs of six. Tube plants are young single stems of 15cm to 20cm, the value option for a long fence line. The 140mm and 200mm plants come with more stem length and a few months head start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome leaf drop in transit is normal rather than a fault. Get it onto its support within a week and expect strong growth in four to six weeks of warm weather. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-plants-to-soften-fences-and-retaining-walls\"\u003eSoftening a fence or retaining wall with planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eCompare the full climbing plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/trachelospermum-jasminoides-the-perfect-ornamental-vine\"\u003eStar jasmine, a slower evergreen alternative\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-natives\"\u003eBrowse Australian native plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many plants do I need for a fence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpace them 1.5m apart along the run. A six metre fence takes four plants, and they meet in the middle within a season or two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it damage my fence or wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot in the way ivy or climbing fig will. The stems twine around wires and battens rather than gripping the surface, so it needs a support fixed to the wall and lifts off again if you remove it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, provided the pot is 400mm or wider and carries its own frame or trellis. Potted plants dry out faster and settle at a smaller size than one in the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-nnm=\"wa-weed-warning\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Australia: this species has escaped from gardens and naturalised in WA, where it competes with local bushland plants. We do not recommend it for gardens in the south west of WA. Please choose a local alternative.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":51643768865087,"sku":"PAN-JAS-tube","price":10.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140080226623,"sku":"PAN-JAS-140MM-P10","price":203.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":54140080259391,"sku":"PAN-JAS-200MM-P6","price":225.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":55100489924927,"sku":"PAN-JAS-300MM","price":82.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Bower-Vine-Pandorea-jasminoides.png?v=1766223945"},{"product_id":"pandorea-jasminoides-jam-drop-pandorea-jasminoides-jam-drop","title":"Pandorea jasminoides ‘Jam Drop’ - Pandorea jasminoides ‘Jam Drop’","description":"\u003cp\u003ePandorea 'Jam Drop' (\u003cem\u003ePandorea jasminoides\u003c\/em\u003e 'Jam Drop') is a compact bower vine bred for balconies and narrow beds, climbing to around 3m with a spread of about 1.5m. The flowers are white trumpets with a deep pink throat, carried in flushes through the warmer months against glossy evergreen foliage. It is an Australian native, it grows fast, and it is easier to keep in bounds than the older bower vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers with a painted throat.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean white trumpets with a deep pink centre, produced in flushes rather than one brief burst.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact for a climber.\u003c\/strong\u003e At around 3m it covers a fence panel or a balcony screen without the annual wrestle a vigorous vine demands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen cover.\u003c\/strong\u003e The glossy foliage holds year round, so a screen planted for privacy stays a screen through winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative and bird friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to eastern Australia, and small birds shelter in the twiggy growth. Coastal salt, humidity and dry spells are all handled once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart along a fence or trellis for a dense screen. Wires or mesh are essential, since this is a twining climber and it has no way to grip a bare wall or paling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 400mm to 500mm pot with a trellis holds it well, which is the main reason this compact selection exists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Run it over an arch, a pergola post or a letterbox frame where the flower throats sit at eye level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing pandorea in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun gives the heaviest flowering, though it accepts a few hours of shade. It suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens and takes light frost only, so in cold winter districts grow it against a warm north facing wall or keep it potted and sheltered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining, enriched with compost before planting. It will not sit in wet clay, so mound the bed if drainage is poor, and mulch 75mm deep clear of the stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply twice a week through the first summer while the roots take hold, then only through dry spells. Feed with a controlled release native or general purpose fertiliser in early spring and again after the first flowering flush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning and training.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tie the leading stems onto the support early and spread them sideways, because a vine trained horizontally flowers along its whole length instead of only at the top. Trim lightly after each flush, and cut a tangled plant back hard in late winter. It reshoots strongly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is grown as tube stock, so plants arrive young at roughly 15cm to 25cm, often with a single trailing stem and not much else. Climbers catch up quickly: put the support in at planting, tie the stem on, and expect cover across a fence panel by the end of the second warm season. Flowering usually begins in the second year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are packed upright and delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full range of climbing plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-plants-to-soften-fences-and-retaining-walls\"\u003eSoftening fences and retaining walls with climbers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-natives\"\u003eMore Australian native plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it for a screen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne metre apart along a fence or trellis. At that spacing the vines meet within two warm seasons and give even cover rather than thick patches with gaps between them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it climb a brick wall on its own?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It twines rather than clinging, so it needs wires, mesh or a trellis to hold on to. Fixing the support before planting saves a good deal of untangling later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does it get compared with a normal bower vine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 3m tall and 1.5m wide, which is roughly half the reach of the standard form. That is the point of this selection: the same flower on a plant that suits a balcony or a small courtyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-nnm=\"wa-weed-warning\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Australia: this species has escaped from gardens and naturalised in WA, where it competes with local bushland plants. We do not recommend it for gardens in the south west of WA. Please choose a local alternative.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":51644978790719,"sku":"PAN-JAS-JAM-tube","price":15.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Pandorea-jasminoides-Jam-Drop-Pandorea-jasminoides-Jam-Drop.png?v=1766223947"},{"product_id":"pandorea-jasminoides-variegated-pandorea-jasminoides-variegated","title":"Pandorea jasminoides Variegated - Pandorea jasminoides Variegated","description":"\u003cp\u003eVariegated Bower Vine (\u003cem\u003ePandorea jasminoides\u003c\/em\u003e 'Variegata') is an Australian native climber that earns its place twice over: cream splashed foliage that lights up a shaded fence all year, then soft pink trumpet flowers with deeper throats through the warm months. It climbs to around 5m and spreads about 2m on a support, which makes it a screen for a narrow space where no shrub would fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariegated leaves do the work year round.\u003c\/strong\u003e Even out of flower the cream and green foliage brightens a dim courtyard wall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal screening from a 200mm strip of soil.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 5m it covers a fence or a trellis while taking almost no garden bed width.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAn Australian native that flowers hard.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink trumpets over a long warm season, worked steadily by bees and butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal and humidity tolerant.\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt laden wind and a sticky subtropical summer both suit it, and it is drought tolerant once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening a fence or trellis.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart to cover a run of fence or wire. It is a twiner, not a self clinging climber, so it needs wires, mesh or a lattice to hold on to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e One plant in a large pot against a trellis gives height and privacy in a space measured in centimetres rather than metres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trained over an arch, a pergola or a carport frame it makes a light canopy that flowers overhead rather than at eye level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing bower vine in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade; more sun means more flowers, more shade means better foliage colour. It suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens. It takes light frost only, so in cold inland or southern districts give it a warm sheltered wall or grow it in a pot under cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Well drained soil enriched with compost. It resents constantly wet feet, so raise the planting hole on heavy clay and mulch 75mm deep, kept clear of the stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water twice weekly through the first summer while it builds a root system, then reduce. Feed with a low phosphorus native fertiliser in early spring and again after the first flush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tie the young stems to the support until they take hold, then prune after flowering to keep it inside its space. It flowers on new growth, so an annual trim gives more blooms rather than fewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vine is grown here as tube stock, so expect a young plant with one or two soft stems and a few pairs of leaves. It grows fast and catches up to larger stock within a season, but needs a support in place from day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTie the leading stem to its wire or lattice as soon as it is planted. Expect noticeable climbing within six to eight weeks in warm weather and reasonable coverage by the end of the second season. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full climbers range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-plants-to-soften-fences-and-retaining-walls\"\u003eHow to soften a fence or retaining wall with planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-natives\"\u003eCompare Australian native plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-balconies\"\u003ePlants that suit balconies and courtyards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need a trellis?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Bower vine twines rather than clinging, so it cannot climb a bare wall on its own. Wires, mesh, lattice or an open fence all work, and the stems need tying in for the first few months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant them?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne and a half metres apart along a fence or trellis. Closer planting does not speed up coverage and simply makes pruning and tying in more awkward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy has some foliage turned plain green?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVariegated plants occasionally throw a stronger all green shoot. Cut it out where it joins the main stem as soon as you see it, because green growth is more vigorous and will eventually dominate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-nnm=\"wa-weed-warning\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Australia: this species has escaped from gardens and naturalised in WA, where it competes with local bushland plants. We do not recommend it for gardens in the south west of WA. 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It twines to about 5m with a 3m spread, so it needs wires or a trellis to get started. The white trumpets have a soft yellow throat and keep coming through spring and the warm season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonths of white trumpets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Large open flowers carried in clusters across the whole face of the plant, not just at the top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast cover for a bare fence.\u003c\/strong\u003e A fast grower, so one plant handles a good stretch of boundary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAn Australian native that feeds pollinators.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bees and butterflies work the flowers steadily, and it belongs in a native garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal and humidity tolerant.\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt tolerant and untroubled by humid summers, which rules out a lot of other flowering climbers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening and privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart along a fence. Run three or four horizontal wires first and tie in new growth, so the panel fills evenly instead of bunching at one end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot 400mm or wider with a trellis behind it screens a space with no soil. Container plants dry out fast, so water two or three times a week in the heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Over an arch, pergola or entry gate the flowers sit at eye level, given something to twine around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Pandorea 'Lady Di' in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun gives the heaviest flowering, though it stays green in part shade with fewer blooms. It suits tropical, subtropical and warm temperate gardens and takes light frost only, so in cool districts grow it in a pot against a warm north facing wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Well drained soil enriched with compost before planting. It is not fussy about type, but it will sulk in ground that stays wet. Mulch 75mm deep, off the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep soak twice a week through the first summer. After that it is drought tolerant, but it flowers better with a drink through a dry spring. Feed a low phosphorus native fertiliser in early spring and again after the first flush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune after the main flowering finishes. Shorten the long whippy growth and thin the tangle in the middle, which stops the base going bare and woody. It reshoots readily, so an overgrown plant can be cut back hard in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree sizes: tube stock, 140mm packs of ten and 200mm packs of six. All are young plants, normal for climbers: a slender stem with a few trailing runners rather than a plant that already covers anything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTie the growth to its support within the first week, because a twining climber left loose on the ground wastes a season. A little leaf drop after transit is normal. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-plants-to-soften-fences-and-retaining-walls\"\u003eHow to soften a fence or retaining wall with plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse the full climber range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-natives\"\u003eCompare Australian native plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bee-and-butterfly-plants\"\u003eMore plants that feed bees and butterflies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need a trellis?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is a twiner, not a self clinging climber, so it needs wires, mesh or a trellis to hold onto. On bare brick or render it will sit at the bottom and go nowhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it damage a fence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has no aerial roots or sticky pads, so it does not grip or mark surfaces the way a creeping fig does. The weight of a mature plant is the real consideration, so check the fence and wires are sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight frost only. In cool temperate areas with regular frosts, keep it potted against a sheltered warm wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-nnm=\"wa-weed-warning\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Australia: this species has escaped from gardens and naturalised in WA, where it competes with local bushland plants. We do not recommend it for gardens in the south west of WA. Please choose a local alternative.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":51644979577151,"sku":"PAN-JAS-LAD-tube","price":10.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140080324927,"sku":"PAN-JAS-LAD-140MM-P10","price":217.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":54140080292159,"sku":"PAN-JAS-LAD-200MM-P6","price":243.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"330mm","offer_id":55100490088767,"sku":"PAN-JAS-LAD-330MM","price":82.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Pandorea-jasminoides-Lady-Di-Pandorea-jasminoides-Lady-Di.png?v=1766223951"},{"product_id":"pandorea-pandorana-ruby-belle-pandorea-pandorana-ruby-belle","title":"Pandorea pandorana ‘Ruby Belle’ - Pandorea pandorana ‘Ruby Belle’","description":"\u003cp\u003eWonga Wonga Vine 'Ruby Belle' (\u003cem\u003ePandorea pandorana\u003c\/em\u003e 'Ruby Belle') is the Australian native climber to reach for when a bare fence needs covering quickly and permanently. Given wires or a trellis it climbs to around 5m and spreads about 2m, twining its way up rather than gripping the surface, and it stays evergreen the whole time. In spring it hangs clusters of small tubular bells in ruby red and deep pink, and honeyeaters work through them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast, evergreen cover.\u003c\/strong\u003e A vigorous grower that holds its leaves year round, so a fence screened in summer is still screened in July.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA native that feeds birds.\u003c\/strong\u003e The tubular flowers are shaped for honeyeaters, and a mature vine brings them into a suburban yard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwining, not clinging.\u003c\/strong\u003e It winds around wires and lattice instead of sticking to walls, so it will not mark render or lift paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTough once established.\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought tolerant and salt tolerant, and low maintenance beyond one prune a year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFence and trellis screening.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart along a fence or trellis for full cover. Height depends entirely on the support you give it, so run horizontal wires at 400mm spacings before planting rather than after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalconies and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single vine in a large pot with a frame gives privacy in a small footprint. Keep the pot at least 500mm wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Over an arch or a pergola it becomes a flowering roof, and the twining habit means it follows the structure rather than wandering off it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Wonga Wonga Vine in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun for the heaviest flowering, though it covers in part shade with fewer blooms. It suits tropical, subtropical, warm temperate and cool temperate gardens. It takes light frost only, so in hard frosting inland districts plant it against a warm north facing wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining, and not fussy beyond that. Work compost through the planting hole and mulch 75mm deep. It handles sandy coastal soils well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep water weekly through the first summer, then only in extended dry spells. Use a low phosphorus native fertiliser in early spring, since heavy general feeding gives leaf at the expense of flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the part that matters. Prune straight after the spring flowering, cutting back hard where needed and thinning tangled growth. Left alone it builds a heavy mat at the top and goes bare at the bottom, so cut some stems back to the base each year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in two sizes: tube stock, and 140mm pots in packs of ten. Tubes are young single stemmed plants and the value option for a long fence, while ten 140mm plants at 1.5m spacing cover roughly 13m of boundary in one order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClimbers travel with their growth trimmed or coiled, so a plant that looks modest on arrival is normal. Tie the leading stems onto their support in the first week, because an untrained vine sprawls along the ground. Growth is fast once the roots take. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eCompare climbing plants for fences and pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/top-bird-attracting-native-plants-for-australian-gardens\"\u003eTop bird attracting native plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-natives\"\u003eBrowse more Australian native plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-balconies\"\u003ePlants that work on balconies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it along a fence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne and a half metres apart gives full, even cover without the plants tangling at the base. On a short run you can go to 1.2m, but no tighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need a trellis, or will it climb a wall on its own?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt needs support. This is a twining vine, not a self clinging one, so it wraps around wires, lattice or mesh. That is good news for masonry, since it will not damage render or paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it take frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight frost only. Established vines shrug off a light ground frost, but repeated hard frosts burn the growth back, so cold inland gardens need a warm wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":51644979872063,"sku":"PAN-PAN-RUB-tube","price":10.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140080357695,"sku":"PAN-PAN-RUB-140MM-P10","price":184.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":55100490121535,"sku":"PAN-PAN-RUB-200MM-P6","price":209.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Pandorea-pandorana-Ruby-Belle-Pandorea-pandorana-Ruby-Belle.png?v=1766223952"},{"product_id":"silver-vein-creeper-parthenocissus-henryana","title":"Silver Vein Creeper - Parthenocissus henryana","description":"\u003cp\u003eSilver Vein Creeper (\u003cem\u003eParthenocissus henryana\u003c\/em\u003e) covers a bare wall quickly without a trellis. It climbs on its own adhesive pads to about 6m with a 3m spread, and every dark green leaf is marked with silver white veins that read from across the garden. In autumn the whole wall turns deep crimson before the leaves drop for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt climbs on its own.\u003c\/strong\u003e Self clinging pads grip brick, block, stone and render without wires or a frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo seasons of foliage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver veined leaves with a purple flush through spring and summer, then crimson and scarlet through autumn, all without a flower.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast cover on a big surface.\u003c\/strong\u003e Six metres of height and a 3m spread takes a two storey wall or a long fence run in a few seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHappy in shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e It performs in part shade where most climbers thin out, and the silver veining is most distinct out of harsh sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy and undemanding.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost hardy, wind tolerant and drought tolerant once established, with one prune a year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreening a wall or fence.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart to cover a wall or fence. The stems interlace within two to three seasons, giving even cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetaining walls and slopes.\u003c\/strong\u003e It runs down a wall as readily as up one, and on a bank it doubles as a groundcover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown up a pergola post or a dead tree, it turns a plain vertical into the strongest foliage in the garden through autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Silver Vein Creeper in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade to full sun. This is a cool temperate, warm temperate and Mediterranean plant, and properly frost hardy. Autumn colour is strongest where nights turn cold, so humid subtropical and tropical gardens get the foliage but not the display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Any reasonable garden soil that drains. Dig the hole about 300mm out from the wall footing rather than hard against it, work compost through the backfill, and mulch 75mm deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep water twice a week through the first summer, then only in extended dry spells. It rarely needs feeding, and a heavy feed just produces more growth to cut off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune hard in late winter while the plant is bare and the framework is visible. Keep growth clear of gutters and window frames, because it climbs into any gap it finds. The pads mark paint and render when pulled away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe grow it in two sizes. Tube stock is listed on backorder, so allow extra time there; each tube is a young rooted plant with one or two stems and no length on it yet. The 140mm pack of 10 is the practical choice for a long fence or a big wall, since you need a plant every 1.5m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants arriving in winter may be bare stemmed and look lifeless. That is normal for a deciduous climber, not a fault. Expect little visible growth in the first season, then rapid extension from the second spring. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eCompare the full climbing plant range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/autumn-colour-plants\"\u003ePlants for autumn colour\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-retaining-walls\"\u003ePlanting retaining walls and slopes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/climbing-fig-plant-care-tips\"\u003eClimbing fig care guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it damage my wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn sound brick, block or stone it causes no structural harm. It is a poor choice on painted or rendered surfaces and old lime mortar, because the pads pull away paint and lodge in soft joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The berries and sap are not pet safe, and the sap can irritate skin, so wear gloves when pruning. Choose something else if your dog eats what it finds in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it lose its leaves in winter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is deciduous: crimson colour through autumn, bare stems over winter, fresh leaves from mid spring. 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