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Bleeding Heart Vine 200MM

Clerodendrum thomsoniae

I am Bleeding Heart Vine. My family originated from West Africa.

Habit Climber - Unique flower
Plant family Lamiaceae
I am a stunning and unusual climbing shrub with a twining habit. I have large glossy heart-shaped leaves and dramatic pure white, bell-shaped flowers with blood red tops/calyxes in large clusters. My flowers turn pink to lavender as they age. I usually bloom in the warmer months but can bloom year round in the right conditions. I like to be kept consistently moist, particularly when grown in full sun. I am suited to growing indoors. I benefit from a tidy up trim to maintain a good shape before my new growth starts in spring.
I am popular and will make you happy because...
I flower for most of the year with stunning clusters of pure white flowers with blood red tops
I am a well behaved twining climber suited to trellises and totems
I am suited to growing in containers and make a great indoor plant in a well lit position
Features
Ideal light: Full Sun to Part ShadeI am happy growing indoors or planted in the garden. Protect me from frost
Height: 3m Width: 4m(Can be kept trimmed to Height: 0.5m Width: 0.5m)(Size at point of sale approx. 90cm including pot)
Water needs: MediumKeep my soil moist particularly when grown in full sun
I prefer a rich, well-drained soil
Frost tolerance: Frost sensitive

Plant features

Cut flowers White And Red flowers Green foliage Flowers Jan-May, Aug-Dec
Plant me:
  • In garden beds and general landscaping
  • In pots and other containers
  • In hanging baskets
  • Indoors in bright light
Tips for success

Prune me lightly to shape in late winter. I benefit from a regular feed with a general purpose fertiliser

Suggested spacing: 2m apart.

Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun)

Water regularly while establishing, then check soil moisture before watering.

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Bleeding Heart Vine

Clerodendrum thomsoniae

Bloc It® · Southern Plants

Pot size: 200mm

Product code: CLETHO20S

Bunnings Fineline: 0011432

Barcode: 9319711050114

Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Ask your retailer for this Southern Plants plant and pot size; availability in individual stores varies.