Billardiera longiflora [Purple Form]

Also Known As

Purple Apple Berry

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

H: 10'
W: 12"

planting zones

8a-11

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Billardiera longiflora [Purple Form] plant details

Billardiera longiflora [Purple Form] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial vine with green foliage. In spring green and yellow flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Billardiera longiflora [Purple Form]

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: pittosporaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 10 FT tall
Flowers: green and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: fall color, showy, trellis, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Billardiera longiflora [Purple Form]

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Creamy yellow-green pendent bells in April are followed by very long-lasting marble-sized bright blue-purple fruit in late summer and into fall. Always a wonder when in fruit. Evergreen leaves on 10' extremely finely textured vine. Minimum temperature: 10 °F