About
A vigorous climber, reaching 300-600cm, with twining stems. It produces flowers along stems. 'Wapiti' is valued in garden settings.
About the genus
Vicia are annuals, herbaceous perennials or climbers; leaves may be simple or divided into many small leaflets, often ending in a tendril. The yellow, purple, white or pink, pea-like flowers are produced in small clusters on the stem or in larger, upright sprays
Plant details
Suggested usesWalls, pergolas
Care notes
CultivationFertile soil, roots in shade
PruningPrune to control
PropagationCuttings or layering
Pest resistancePest-free
Disease resistanceMildew possible