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General Information
Generally evergreen vining plants that climb 20 to 30 feet by tendrils. Plants bloom during warm weather featuring eye-catching flowers, some of which are fragrant. Most varieties have fruit of varying quality when it comes to taste. The plants usually attract the gulf fritillary butterfly. Some species can become invasive.
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January1. PrunePrune as desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.2. ProtectProtect vines when temperatures dip below freezing.3. Special requirementsCaterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.February1. PrunePrune as desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.2. ProtectProtect vines when temperatures dip below freezing.3. Special requirementsCaterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.March1. PrunePrune as desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.2. Special requirementsCaterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.April1. BuyBuy when in bloom.2. PlantPlant when the weather and soil are warm.3. FertilizeFertilize once at the beginning of the warm-season with an organic fertilizer designed for blooming plants.4. WaterWater weekly in the absence of rainfall.5. PruneLightly prune no more than 10 to 15 percent of the vine when desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.6. MulchApply a 1- to 2-inch layer of shredded bark around the base of the vine.7. TransplantTransplant when the weather and soil are warm.8. Special requirementsCaterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.May1. BuyBuy when in bloom.2. PlantPlant when the weather and soil are warm.3. FertilizeIf you didn't fertilize last month, feed once this month with an organic fertilizer designed for blooming plants.4. WaterWater weekly in the absence of rainfall.5. PruneLightly prune no more than 10 to 15 percent of the vine when desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.6. MulchIf not applied last month, apply a 1- to 2-inch layer of shredded bark around the base of the vine.7. TransplantTransplant when the weather and soil are warm.8. Special requirementsCaterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.June1. BuyBuy when in bloom.2. PlantPlant when the weather and soil are warm.3. WaterWater weekly.4. PruneLightly prune no more than 10 to 15 percent of the vine when desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.5. TransplantTransplant when the weather and soil are warm.6. Special requirementsCaterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.July1. BuyBuy when in bloom.2. PlantPlant when the weather and soil are warm.3. WaterWater weekly.4. PruneLightly prune no more than 10 to 15 percent of the vine when desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.5. TransplantTransplant when the weather and soil are warm.6. Special requirementsCaterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.August1. BuyBuy when in bloom.2. PlantPlant when the weather and soil are warm.3. WaterWater weekly.4. PruneLightly prune no more than 10 to 15 percent of the vine when desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.5. TransplantTransplant when the weather and soil are warm.6. Special requirementsCaterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.September1. PlantPlant when the weather and soil are warm.2. WaterWater weekly.3. PruneLightly prune no more than 10 to 15 percent of the vine when desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.4. TransplantTransplant when the weather and soil are warm.5. Special requirementsCaterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.October1. WaterWater every two weeks in the absence of rainfall.2. PruneLightly prune no more than 10 to 15 percent of the vine when desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.3. Special requirementsCaterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.November1. PruneLightly prune no more than 10 to 15 percent of the vine when desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.2. Special requirementsCaterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.December1. PrunePrune as desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.2. ProtectProtect vines when temperatures dip below freezing.3. Special requirementsCaterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants. -
Buy
When's the best time to buy this plant? When can you buy these from seed (if you can)? When is it usually available? What are things to look for when you're buying it? Or anything other tidbit of information you can share!
April
Buy when in bloom.
May
Buy when in bloom.
June
Buy when in bloom.
July
Buy when in bloom.
August
Buy when in bloom.
Plant
When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions?
April
Plant when the weather and soil are warm.
May
Plant when the weather and soil are warm.
June
Plant when the weather and soil are warm.
July
Plant when the weather and soil are warm.
August
Plant when the weather and soil are warm.
September
Plant when the weather and soil are warm.
Fertilize
When should you fertilize this plant? Which kind of fertilizer do you recommend? Should you use different fertilizers at different times of year?
April
Fertilize once at the beginning of the warm-season with an organic fertilizer designed for blooming plants.
May
If you didn't fertilize last month, feed once this month with an organic fertilizer designed for blooming plants.
Water
Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year?
April
Water weekly in the absence of rainfall.
May
Water weekly in the absence of rainfall.
June
Water weekly.
July
Water weekly.
August
Water weekly.
September
Water weekly.
October
Water every two weeks in the absence of rainfall.
Prune
When's a good time to prune this plant? How about deadheading, pinching back, trimming or any other grooming? Any special requirements?
January
Prune as desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.
February
Prune as desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.
March
Prune as desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.
April
Lightly prune no more than 10 to 15 percent of the vine when desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.
May
Lightly prune no more than 10 to 15 percent of the vine when desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.
June
Lightly prune no more than 10 to 15 percent of the vine when desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.
July
Lightly prune no more than 10 to 15 percent of the vine when desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.
August
Lightly prune no more than 10 to 15 percent of the vine when desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.
September
Lightly prune no more than 10 to 15 percent of the vine when desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.
October
Lightly prune no more than 10 to 15 percent of the vine when desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.
November
Lightly prune no more than 10 to 15 percent of the vine when desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.
December
Prune as desired to shape, remove excess growth and redirect growth.
Mulch
Does this plant need to be mulched? Are there specific types of Mulch which are better for this plant? How much?
April
Apply a 1- to 2-inch layer of shredded bark around the base of the vine.
May
If not applied last month, apply a 1- to 2-inch layer of shredded bark around the base of the vine.
Protect
When and how should you protect this plant from birds, deer, rabbits? Does this plant need be covered, or wrapped or painted or moved?
January
Protect vines when temperatures dip below freezing.
February
Protect vines when temperatures dip below freezing.
December
Protect vines when temperatures dip below freezing.
Pest/Disease Inspection
What are the common problems this plant will face and when should you look for them to appear?
January
Caterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides.
Transplant
When's the best time to dig up and transplant this from one spot to another? (This is different than planting). Any special requirements?
April
Transplant when the weather and soil are warm.
May
Transplant when the weather and soil are warm.
June
Transplant when the weather and soil are warm.
July
Transplant when the weather and soil are warm.
August
Transplant when the weather and soil are warm.
September
Transplant when the weather and soil are warm.
Special requirements
Any other requirement for this plant? Is there anything that doesn't fit into the other care categories?
January
Caterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.
February
Caterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.
March
Caterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.
April
Caterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.
May
Caterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.
June
Caterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.
July
Caterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.
August
Caterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.
September
Caterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.
October
Caterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.
November
Caterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.
December
Caterpillars on vines are most likely that of butterflies, so avoid using pesticides around the plants.
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