Holboellia latifolia

A vigorous, twining, evergreen climber native to Central China, Holboellia latifolia has racemes of fragrant, greenish-white flowers in early summer. These flowers are sometimes followed by large, purple, sausage-shaped fruit in a warm year. The leaves are ovate and an attractive mid-green.

An unusual climber with lovely, interesting flowers.

• Position: Sun or shade.
• Soil: Moist yet well drained, fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Somewhat hardy. Holboellia latifolia requires protection from frost and shelter from cold winter winds.
• Flowering Period: May - June.
• Flower Colour: Pale greenish-white
• Rate of Growth: Vigorous.
• Habit: Holboellia latifolia grows to be a medium sized climbing plant which requires support as it will not self-cling.
  • Height: up to 5 m (16 ft)
  • Spread: 4 m (13 ft)