About
An ornamental climbing plant, reaching 300-600cm, with twining stems with attractive foliage. It produces flowers along its stems.
About the genus
Tropaeolum can be annuals or perennials, bushy, trailing or climbing by twining stems, with simple or palmately lobed leaves and showy funnel-shaped flowers with five long-clawed petals and often a spur
Plant details
Suggested usesWalls, fences, pergolas
Care notes
CultivationFertile soil with roots in shade
PruningPrune to control size
PropagationLayer stems or cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMildew in still conditions