Clerodendrum x speciosum is an easy to grow and popular tropical vine has dark-green, deeply veined foliage and long stems, at the ends of which bloom clusters of stunning red flowers with lavender bracts behind.
They will produce intense flower colour most of the time during spring through summer to early autumn.
It best trained on trellises, arbors, arches or up a fence, pillar or tree. A strong support is vital for this soft, tropical perennial climber to thrive and show off its outstanding beauty.
One other great advantage of this plant is that it is one of the few vines that will bloom well in the shade - though it can take full sun or no sun and still be happy.
Site your plant in a sheltered location and they do prefer full ground access rather than being cramped in pots.
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