Hardenbergia violacea

Also Known As

Australian Sarsparilla
Coral Pea
False Sarsaparilla
Happy Wanderer
Lilac Vine

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

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

planting zones

9a-11

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Hardenbergia violacea plant details

Hardenbergia violacea is a broadleaf evergreen perennial vine with green foliage. In spring and winter purple flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in clay and gritty soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hardenbergia violacea

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 15 FT - wide, 6 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring and winter
Uses: toxic, trellis, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hardenbergia violacea

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low

Soil needs: clay and gritty

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Violet, pea-shaped flowers arrive in profusion during mid-winter to brighten up the short days of the year. Tolerant to dry conditions, this Australian vine attracts much attention when in full bloom. A strong grower with stiff, leathery leaves, it can be grown in a hanging basket or staked in a potted container. To initiate flowering, make sure the nighttime temperatures are quite cool (about 40 °F) in late fall and early winter. Then, prepare to be amazed with its glorious show of blooms.

By: Logee's Plants for Home & Garden

LILAC VINE - A twining vine growing to 6' in part shade with elongated oval dark green leaves that have a tough leather like texture and prominent veins. Prefers warmth and hardy to zone 9. Also known as "Happy Wanderer" , "Australian Sarsparilla", "Coral Pea". In late winter to spring - Large clusters of violet purple racemes on short hanging stems that resemble wisteria. Great for trellis, arbors, etc. Parts of this plant may be POISONOUS if ingested.