General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Partial or Dappled Shade
Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 10a -1.1 °C (30 °F) to +1.7 °C (35 °F)
Plant Height: 8 to 12 inches
Plant Spread: Trails and climbs 24 to 36 inches
Leaves: Evergreen
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Red
Bloom Size: 1"-2"
Flower Time: Late spring or early summer
Summer
Late summer or early fall
Fall
Suitable Locations: Houseplant
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Containers: Suitable for hanging baskets
Needs excellent drainage in pots
Awards and Recognitions: RHS AGM

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Common names
  • Lipstick Plant
  • Basketvine
  • Basket Vine

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Location: Farmer Johns Greenhouse, Farmington Hills, MI
Date: 2009-03-23

Photo: Montrealais
Location: Farmer Johns Greenhouse, Farmington Hills, MI
Date: 2009-03-23
Location: Farmer Johns Greenhouse, Farmington Hills, MI
Date: 2009-03-23
Location: Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh.
Photo by Lokal_Profil

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