Hardenbergia violacea ‘Happy Wanderer’
Lilac Vine, Purple Coral Pea, False Sasparilla
Highlight Month:March
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H. violacea is native to Australia. ‘Happy Wanderer’ is a cultivar selected for fast growth, with purple flowers.
Growth Habit:A fast-growing vine, climbing on twining stems to 15 feet.
Growing Requirements:Light shade to full sun, drought tolerant once established but grows best in well-drained soil.
Features:Lilac Vine blooms from late winter through early spring with dense, cascading clusters of small pinkish purple flowers. It makes a good screen for fences, or for an impressive winter flower display on a trellis.
Where at Lotusland:Hardenbergia screens the fence and frame each side of the visitor entrance gate.
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