balloon pea

Under glass grow in loam-based compost with added sharp sand, in full light. During growth, water moderately, keeping the compost just moist and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. Water sparingly in winter or during the dormant season. Can be grown outdoors in a frost-free, well-drained, poor to moderately fertile soil in full sun. Dry soils are tolerated

Pruning group 8. May require restrictive pruning in late winter when grown under glass

Propagate by seed sown at 15°C in spring or strike semi-hardwood cuttings in summer, both with bottom heat

Earwigs and glasshouse red spider mite may be a problem

Generally disease free