Sollya heterophylla |
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Australian Bluebell Creeper |
Description
The Australian Bluebell Creeper is a spreading evergreen shrub that grows 2'-3' tall, or a climbing vine that grows to 8' tall with support. It has attractive, glossy green foliage and blue, bell-shaped summer flowers. This shrub can tolerate fullsun on the coast and part shade inland. It can grow under Eucalyptus trees, and needs good drainage. The Australian Bluebell Creeper is also drought tolerant.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Spanish, Wildgarden
Accenting Features
Showyflower
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Bank, Bedding, Background, Entry, Raisedplanter, Walkways
Special Uses
Cascade, Container, Filler, Massplanting, Smallspaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Plant shrubs and trees in groupings according to similarity of water requirements; then water each "hydrozone" according to its needs.
