Clitoria ternatea
Butterfly Pea Vine
R60.00
A perennial twining (not climbing) vine with lovely bright blue flowers that can also be used as food and drink colouring.
15 seeds per packet.
9 in stock
| Flower type: | Air |
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| Life cycle: | Tender Perennial |
| Climate: | Thrives in warmer temperatures. Does not tolerate frost. |
| Sowing guide: | Direct sow in September to December, after the last frost. |
| Planting Season: | Spring / Summer |
| Germination guide: | 14-21 days @ 21 C. Bury seed under a 3-5 cm layer of soil. |
| Flowering time: | 50-60 days after sowing |
| Pinch: | Not necessary |
| Position: | Full Sun |
| Final height: | 180-250 cm |
| Spacing: | 40 cm |
Growing Tips:
Provide horisontal trellis for vine to grow on.
Harvesting Tips:
Harvest flowers and use in food and drinks.
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