Clianthus

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At-A-Glance Information

This evergreen shrubby vine is commonly called Parrot Beak, and needs full sun in cooler climates as well as regular waterings. It is native to New Zealand and reaches 12 feet tall and wide. The plant will produce sprays of dark green leaves that hang gracefully from the branches, and bright red sweet-pea shaped flowers that swing down. Flowers will bloom in late spring and early summertime. Seed pods follow the flowers. Varieties that have pink or white flowers are available. Parrot Beak grows best in zones 8, 9, 14-24 and H1. To find your zone, click here: Zone Map.

Caring for Clianthus puniceus

These interesting plants are best when trained as an espalier, to support leaves and flowers as they emerge. They love organic material-rich soil 

Propagation

Problems and Pests

slugs, snails, spider mites

Gallery

Camellias are great candidates to be grown as container plants on your patio.
A field of thea sinensis
Camellia hiemalis 'Shishi Gashira'

Videos

A video all about growing camellias successfully
Propagating camellias

Resources

The New Sunset Western Garden Book: The Ultimate Gardening Guide (2012) - Page 254, Clianthus puniceus
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