About
Prionotes cerinthoides, the climbing heath, is an evergreen climber from Tasmania producing small, leathery, toothed leaves and pendant, tubular, red flowers attractive to birds. A rewarding and ornamental climber for a sheltered, moist, cool, partly shaded position in a mild garden.
About the genus
Prionotes are evergreen climbers from Tasmania producing small, leathery leaves and pendant, tubular, red flowers. Grown in sheltered, moist, cool, partly shaded positions in mild gardens.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.