Overview

Leea guineensis 'Burgundy' is a plant with a climbing habit in the genus Leea, part of the Vitaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Leea guineensis 'Burgundy' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.

About

Leea guineensis 'Burgundy' is a climbing evergreen cultivar of the Leea genus, which belongs to the Vitaceae family. It thrives in full sun, ideally on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, and prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. This cultivar is suitable for cultivation in greenhouses, conservatories, or as a houseplant in the UK, where it requires protection from cold (H1a hardiness). Propagation can be achieved through seed, semi-ripe cuttings, or air-layering, with spring and summer being the seasons of interest for its growth and display.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Leea

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H1a

Plant details

Leea guineensis 'Burgundy' size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Climbing

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Leea guineensis 'Burgundy'

Propagation

Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings, Air-layering

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions