LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Woody
GROWTH HABIT
Vigorous
BLOOM SEASON
Late spring
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Not applicable
SUITABLE FOR
out door
SEED TYPE
Open Pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering Climber
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
Not applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
6–8 meters
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
USDA Zones 6–9
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
1.5–2 meters
PLANTING DEPTH
1–2 cm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Periploca graeca be trained to climb supports?
Can Periploca graeca be trained to climb supports?
Yes, it twines naturally around trellises, fences, pergolas, and similar garden structures.
Will this climber provide seasonal privacy?
Will this climber provide seasonal privacy?
Yes, its leafy growth can help soften fences and create attractive green screening.
Do the flowers blend well with cottage gardens?
Do the flowers blend well with cottage gardens?
Yes, the delicate blooms suit cottage-style and naturalistic landscape designs.
Can this vine be grown over garden arches?
Can this vine be grown over garden arches?
Yes, it is well suited for covering arches and decorative garden frames.
Do pollinating insects visit the flowers?
Do pollinating insects visit the flowers?
Yes, the blooms may attract bees and other beneficial pollinators.
Does the plant benefit from occasional pruning?
Does the plant benefit from occasional pruning?
Yes, light pruning helps maintain its shape and encourages tidy growth.