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Tropaeolum speciosum

Also Known As

Flame Nasturtsium

Plant type

vine

size

H: 6'-15'
W: 6'-20'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Tropaeolum speciosum plant details

Tropaeolum speciosum is a broadleaf deciduous vine with green foliage. In fall red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tropaeolum speciosum

Plant type: vine
Plant family: tropaeolaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 20 FT - wide, 6 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tropaeolum speciosum

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Known as flame flower or flame or climbing nasturtium, Tropaeolum speciosum is a choice climbing vine with dainty stems and delicate, clover-like leaves that erupts into masses of bright red flowers in summer. The flowers are followed by incredible sapphire blue berries with red sepals in fall. Great for climbing into shrubs or hedges. Full to part shade in moist, well-drained soil. Native to Chile where it is known as coralito, quintralito, or voqui. Photo: Wikipedia.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

This is the perennial red flowered Tropaeolum (Nasturtium) that everyone remembers from Heronswood. You all wore us down asking for it so we have relented and made some so here you go. We do listen and eventually respond. Vining with red flowers and blue seeds.