Tecomanthe hillii ‘Edna Walling Island Belle’ – Fraser Island Creeper

Tecomanthe hillii fraser island creeper 'Edna Walling Island Belle'

A climber of moderate density and vigour, with glossy pinnate foliage, and spectacular clusters of large waxy pink bells from spring through summer, pollinated by native bees, moths and insects, and honeyeaters. Performs beautifully as an elegant courtyard plant, on a wall or pergola, fence or veranda or in a container. If grown in a suitable pot, it can be brought inside when in flower.

Tecomanthe hillii 'Edna Walling Island Belle'
Tecomanthe hillii 'Edna Walling Island Belle'
Tecomanthe hillii

Family : Bignoniaceae

Cultivar Name: Edna Walling Island Belle

Plant Type : Climber

Width : 2

Flowering Time : Spring

Soil Type : Loamy, Sandy loam, Potting mix

Climate Zone : Sub-tropical, Warm temperate

Growth Habit : Evergreen

Soil Moisture : Well-drained

Special Uses : Playground friendly

Scientific Name: Tecomanthe hillii

Common Name : Fraser Island Creeper

Height : 10

Flower Color : Pink

pH Level : Acid, Neutral

Plant Environment : Courtyard, Cottage garden, Flower garden

Light : Sunny, Light shade, Half shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Nectar eating birds, Butterflies, Other insects