bluebell creeper

Under glass grow in loam-based or loam-less compost, in full light with shade from hot sun. During growth, water moderately and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. Maintain low to moderate humidity. Can be grown outdoors in frost-free areas in moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Apply a dry winter mulch. Provide support for climbing stems

Pruning group 12 in late winter or early spring

Propagate by seed, sown at 10-16°C in spring, or strike softwood cuttings in late spring or early summer

May be attacked by glasshouse red spider mite

Generally disease free