Pandorea pandorana
Pandorea pandorana · Bignoniaceae
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In autumn, ease off feeding and take the chance to clean up around pandorea pandorana and prepare for winter.
ID card
- Common name
- Pandorea, Pandora Vine
- Family
- Bignoniaceae
- Form
- Vigorous climbing plant
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen to evergreen depending on climate
- Flowering
- Spring to summer (September to December in southern hemisphere)
- Adult size
- 3 to 6 meters in height
- Hardiness
- Mild to warm temperate climate (freezes below 0°C)
- Origin
- Tropical and subtropical Australia
Care
Exposure
Position your Pandorea in a very sunny location, ideally against a south or southwest-facing wall. It tolerates partial shade but flowers more abundantly with maximum sunlight. Protect it from strong winds that can damage its stems.
Watering
Water regularly during the growing season to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter, especially in cold climates. Well-established plants tolerate brief periods of summer drought.
Soil
Choose well-draining soil that is slightly rich in organic matter. A mixture containing potting soil and sand works perfectly. Avoid compact soils or those that stay constantly wet, as these promote root rot.
Fertilizer and nutrition
Apply a balanced fertilizer or one slightly higher in phosphorus and potassium in spring and early summer to promote flowering. A moderate monthly application is sufficient; limit fertilizer in autumn and winter.
Pruning and training
Prune lightly after flowering to control shape and encourage branching. Remove dead or damaged stems in early spring. Guide the plant on its support from the start to direct its growth.
Diseases and pests
Watch for spider mites in dry, hot climates. Good air circulation prevents powdery mildew. If humidity is excessive, check drainage and reduce watering; excess moisture can cause leaf spots.
Did you know?
The Pandorea takes its botanical name from the Greek myth of Pandora and her famous box. Originally from Australia, this spectacular vine has won over Mediterranean gardens and coastal regions where it displays its clusters of cream-white tubular flowers striped with pink, attracting bees and hummingbirds.
Where to buy it
Best planted in autumn so the roots settle in before summer, or in early spring once the frost has passed. Pick a plant with healthy foliage and roots that are not exposed. Best time: March, October, November.
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