Cobaea scandens ‘Alba’

A fast-growing vine that happily covers any unsightly structures with the benefit of blooming year round with white cup-shaped flowers. A great ‘quick fix’ for pergolas, ugly walls etc. Native to Mexico, it thrives in warm conditions, but also tolerates cool climates. Can handle very light frosts. The more sun the more it flowers. Not to WA. 10 seeds.

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

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