
LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Vigorous climbing
GROWTH HABIT
Climbing / twining
BLOOM SEASON
Late Spring to Autumn
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental use only
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open-pollinated flower seeds
PLANT TYPE
Flowering perennial climber
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
Small pods
PLANT HEIGHT
3–5 m
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
USDA Zones 9–11
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
30–45 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
5–10 mm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained fertile soil
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Eccremocarpus scaber different from other climbing flowers?
What makes Eccremocarpus scaber different from other climbing flowers?
It is a vigorous ornamental climber known for its tubular blooms and twining growth habit.
Can this climber cover trellises or arches?
Can this climber cover trellises or arches?
Yes. It naturally climbs suitable supports, making it useful for vertical garden features.
Which plants pair well with Blood Red Eccremocarpus?
Which plants pair well with Blood Red Eccremocarpus?
Clematis, ornamental grasses, salvias, climbing roses, and verbena create attractive combinations.
Do tubular flowers add contrast to mixed gardens?
Do tubular flowers add contrast to mixed gardens?
Yes. Their unique shape provides texture alongside daisy and spike-flowering plants.
Can it create seasonal privacy on garden structures?
Can it create seasonal privacy on garden structures?
Yes. When grown on supports, its foliage and flowers help soften fences, arches, and pergolas.
Do the flowers attract pollinators?
Do the flowers attract pollinators?
The blooms may attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinating insects.