Clianthus puniceus
glory pea / lobster claw
For those with coastal gardens or lovers of the sub-tropical comes this evergreen, scrambling shrub, suitable for mild...
3 litre pot
£29.99
available to order from late spring
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Plant description
For those with coastal gardens or lovers of the sub-tropical comes this evergreen, scrambling shrub, suitable for mild areas or sunny, protected walls. With deep-red, curved keel petals reminiscent of a parrot’s bill or lobster’s claw, Clianthus makes an exotic addition to a sheltered garden spot.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Clianthus puniceus:
Protect in winter by applying a thick layer of mulch to cover and help insulate the plant's roots, and cover the plant with a layer of fleece during frosty weather. Provide a strong framework and tie in. After flowering, remove deadwood and cut back flowered shoots by up to a third to establish a robust flowering framework in subsequent years.
