Cobaea scandens

A vigorous, ‘plant and stand back’ vine with stunning, dark-purple, cup-shaped flowers year round. A great ‘quick fix’ for pergolas, ugly walls etc. Native to Mexico, it thrives in warm conditions, but tolerates cool climates, too. Can handle very light frosts. Prefers full sun. 10 seeds. Not to WA.

Sunlight

Full

Lifespan

Perennial

Sowing Instructions

Sow indoors in pots or outdoors in warmer climates. Soak seeds for two hours before sowing seeds on their side in well drained seed mixture, keep moist and warm (21+˚C) and plant outside in fertile soil when risk of frost has well passed.

Height

5 m

Sowing Periods

Cool Climate Periods

Nov 1st to Jan 31st

Temperate Climate Periods

Oct 1st to Jan 31st

Tropical & Sub-Tropical Climate Periods

Jan 1st to Dec 31st

Cup and Saucer Vine