Description: Introduce an exotic allure to your garden with Rangoon Creeper, a captivating vine celebrated for its fragrant clusters of red, pink, and white flowers. Also known as Quisqualis Indica or Red Jasmine, this tropical climber adds a burst of color and a delightful fragrance to any outdoor space. Perfect for trellises, fences, and pergolas, Rangoon Creeper is a versatile and striking addition to your landscape.
Features:
- Colorful Blooms: Rangoon Creeper produces clusters of tubular flowers that change color as they mature, starting as white, turning pink, and finally deepening to red. This color progression creates a stunning visual display.
- Fragrant Scent: The flowers emit a sweet, jasmine-like fragrance, especially in the evening, attracting pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden.
- Vigorous Growth: Known for its rapid growth rate, Rangoon Creeper can quickly cover trellises and arbors, providing shade and privacy while adding beauty to your outdoor environment.
- Adaptable Nature: Thrives in warm climates and is relatively low-maintenance once established, making it suitable for both experienced and novice gardeners.
Care Instructions:
- Light: Plant Rangoon Creeper in a location that receives full sunlight to partial shade. Ensure it gets at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering.
- Water: Water regularly, keeping the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Increase watering during hot, dry periods.
- Soil: Grow in well-draining soil enriched with organic matter. Maintain a slightly acidic to neutral pH level.
- Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fertilizer during the growing season to promote healthy growth and flowering. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers, as they may encourage foliage growth over flowering.
- Pruning: Prune lightly after flowering to control growth and shape the vine. Remove dead or damaged branches to encourage new growth and flowering.
Dimensions:
- Height: Can reach up to 20-30 feet (6-9 meters) tall with adequate support and training.
- Spread: Typically spreads 6-10 feet (1.8-3 meters), depending on growing conditions and pruning practices.
Ideal For:
- Trellises, arbors, and pergolas
- Fences and walls
- Containers with a trellis or support
- Adding fragrance and tropical beauty to patios and balconies
Additional Information:
- Botanical Name: Quisqualis indica
- Common Names: Rangoon Creeper, Red Jasmine
- Family: Combretaceae
Transform your outdoor space into a tropical paradise with the captivating beauty and sweet fragrance of Rangoon Creeper. Perfect for creating a sensory retreat where you can relax and enjoy nature's beauty.