Overview
Holboellia coriacea x latifolia is a vigorous evergreen climbing shrubs climber wall shrub in the genus Stauntonia, part of the Lardizabalaceae family, with evergreen, leathery, palmate leaves foliage. Holboellia coriacea x latifolia grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include walls, fences and pergolas.
About
Stauntonia coriacea, commonly known as blue china vine, is an evergreen liana indigenous to temperate east Asia. The leaves have a waxy texture.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Stauntonia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Holboellia coriacea x latifolia size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climber Wall Shrub
- Habit
- Vigorous evergreen climbing shrubs
- Foliage
- Evergreen, leathery, palmate leaves
- Suggested uses
- Walls, fences, pergolas
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Holboellia coriacea x latifolia
- Propagation
- Seed, layering, semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Holboellia coriacea x latifolia?
Holboellia coriacea x latifolia prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Holboellia coriacea x latifolia need?
Holboellia coriacea x latifolia grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Holboellia coriacea x latifolia hardy in the UK?
Holboellia coriacea x latifolia 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 Holboellia coriacea x latifolia?
Seed, layering, semi-hardwood cuttings.