Overview
Adesmia aphylla is a plant with a climbing, twining habit in the genus Adesmia, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Adesmia aphylla grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include border and rock garden.
About
Adesmia aphylla is a deciduous climbing and twining plant within the Fabaceae family. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for borders and rock gardens. This cultivar is best appreciated in spring and summer and can be propagated by seed or semi-ripe cuttings.
About the genus
Adesmia is a genus of flowering plants in the legume family, Fabaceae. It was recently assigned to the informal monophyletic Adesmia clade within the Dalbergieae.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Adesmia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Adesmia aphylla size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Climbing, Twining
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Border, Rock garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Adesmia aphylla
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Good
- Disease resistance
- Good
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Adesmia aphylla?
Adesmia aphylla prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Adesmia aphylla need?
Adesmia aphylla grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Adesmia aphylla hardy in the UK?
Adesmia aphylla has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Adesmia aphylla?
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings.
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