Petrea Volubilis (Purple Wreath / Sandpaper Vine) - Flowering Climber
Rs. 750.00
Rs. 1,340.00
Petrea Volubilis (Purple Wreath / Sandpaper Vine) - Flowering Climber
Petrea Volubilis (Purple Wreath / Sandpaper Vine) - Flowering Climber
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About Petrea Volubilis
Petrea volubilis (Purple Wreath, also called Sandpaper Vine for its rough-textured leaves) is a perennial evergreen flowering vine from the Verbenaceae family. It produces drooping racemes, over a foot long, of delicate violet-purple star-like flowers - the true purple flower fades within a couple of days, but the blue bracts remain much longer, gradually turning grey.
Growing Conditions
- Sunlight: More than 3 hours of direct sunlight; flowers best in full sun.
- Soil: Well-drained, preferably sandy soil; tolerates less water but needs regular watering.
- Climate: Adapts to a wide range of Indian climatic conditions.
Planting & Support
A semi-shrub, semi-climber that needs a strong, permanent trellis, arch or pergola, or can be grown as a stand-alone bush in a large pot with regular pruning.
Care
- Watering: Water when the top 2-3 inches of soil feel dry; maintain moisture near the root zone.
- Fertilizer: Organic fertilizer once a month; a phosphorus-based fertilizer supports more vigorous flowering.
- Pruning: Prune after every flowering period to maintain shape.
Flowering
Blooms for 5-6 months of the year, mainly March to June, sometimes starting as early as November. Flowers can remain on the plant for over a month and attract butterflies. Reaches 4-6 metres in height when supported.
This listing ships a young nursery plant. Growth rate and bloom timing vary by climate, care, and region - we don't promise a fixed timeline.
Instructions
Instructions
- Watering: Water when top 2-3 inches of soil feel dry; maintain moisture near the root zone
- Light: More than 3 hours of direct sunlight; flowers best in full sun
- Soil: Well-drained, preferably sandy soil; tolerates less water but grow best with regular watering
- Fertilizer: Organic fertilizer once a month; phosphorus-based fertilizer for more vigorous flowering
Delivery Info
Delivery Info
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FAQs
FAQs
Why is it called Sandpaper Vine?
Its leaves have a rough texture that feels like sandpaper when touched.
How long do the flowers last?
The true purple flower fades in a couple of days, but the blue bracts remain for over a month, slowly turning grey.
Does it attract pollinators?
Yes, its long-lasting flower racemes attract butterflies.
Does it need a trellis?
Yes, it's a semi-shrub semi-climber that needs strong, permanent support like a trellis, arch or pergola.
