Schizophragma integrifolium 'Windmill' — Climbing

Overview

Schizophragma integrifolium 'Windmill' is a plant with a climbing habit in the genus Hydrangea, part of the Hydrangeaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Schizophragma integrifolium 'Windmill' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal, cottage and informal garden, flower borders and beds and wall side borders.

About

Hydrangea glaucescens, the Chinese hydrangea vine, is a species of flowering plant in the family of Hydrangeaceae, native to southern China, Myanmar, and Vietnam. Through its synonym Schizophragma integrifolium, it has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.

Wikipedia contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0 — Hydrangea glaucescens

About the genus

Hydrangea is a genus of more than 70 species of flowering plants native to Asia and the Americas. Hydrangea is also used as the common name for the genus; some are also often called hortensia. The genus was first described from Virginia in North America, but by far the greatest species diversity is in eastern Asia, notably China, Korea, and Japan.

Wikipedia contributors, "Hydrangea", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Hydrangea

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Hydrangea

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: North-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Schizophragma integrifolium 'Windmill' size, habit and characteristics

Habit: Climbing
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds, Wall side borders

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Schizophragma integrifolium 'Windmill'

Propagation: Softwood cuttings, Semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistance: Aphids, Capsid bug, Hydrangea scale, Vine weevil
Disease resistance: Leaf spot, Powdery mildews, Grey moulds (Botrytis), Honey fungus (rarely)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Schizophragma integrifolium 'Windmill'?

Schizophragma integrifolium 'Windmill' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Schizophragma integrifolium 'Windmill' need?

Schizophragma integrifolium 'Windmill' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Schizophragma integrifolium 'Windmill' hardy in the UK?

Schizophragma integrifolium 'Windmill' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.