Telfairia occidentalis, commonly known as krobonko, is a climbing plant in the Cucurbitaceae family. It is deciduous and thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. This cultivar prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Suitable for cultivation in conservatories and greenhouses in the UK, it is hardy to H1b and is best propagated by seed or division. Its season of interest spans spring and summer.

Krobonko (Telfairia occidentalis) is a deciduous climber thriving in full sun, ideal for conservatories with spring and summer interest.

Telfairia occidentalis

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