Tecomanthe 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.  An exotic and decorative plant suited to both temperate and tropical climates, in moist clay loams or sandy soils, neutral to acid pH.  It thrives in light or deep shade and becomes more compact in a sunny position. Tolerates mild frosts, and is suitable for second line coastal planting.

Uses: 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.

Maintenance: may be trained as a climber, or allowed to drape gracefully, and requires only occasional trimming. Feed lightly in early spring with low phosphorus fertilizer. If grown in containers, use only a quality low phosphorus growing mix.  Keep moist but do not over water.

Chosen to represent the style of plants Edna Walling could have used in today's gardens. Selected and developed by Austraflora Pty Ltd © for The Edna Walling® Plant Collection. Registered owner of Edna Walling®: B.G.Barnes The TM Island Belle is owned by Austraflora Pty Ltd © The name Austraflora and its symbol are protected by ® (Photographic Acknowledgement: David Jones)

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