Schisandra grandiflora

A rare, deciduous, twining climber native to a large area from eastern China to the Himalayas, Schisandra grandiflora has delightful, beautifully scented, ivory-white flowers. The flowers are 2 - 3 cm or so in diameter, borne on trailing stalks in early summer.

Schisandra grandiflora  is a choice climber ideal for a position in full sun or light shade up trellis, wires or established trees.

• Position: Sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Moist, fertile soil (but avoid very wet or waterlogged areas)
• Hardiness: Hardy. Schisandra grandiflora requires shelter from cold winter winds.
• Flowering Period: May - June.
• Flower Colour: White
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Schisandra grandiflora is a medium sized climbing plant which requires support as it will not self-cling.
  • Height: 5 m (16 ft)
  • Spread: 3 m (10 ft)

• Notes: Schisandra grandiflora dislikes drying out and will generally not grow well in very free draining, dry soils.