Schizophragma Hydrangeoides 'Roseum' Just about every shade-loving vine that is hardy in Northern climates flowers white; here's one that blooms pink Schizophragma Hydrangeoides 'Roseum.' This deciduous, woody stemmed Japanese Hydrangea Vine is loved for its pink, lace-cap hydrangea flowers that reach up to ten inches across. It blooms in early summer, beginning as small dark pink flowers, slowly growing and changing to a beautiful buttery, light rose pink and lasting for four to six weeks. The entire vine is covered in silvery, steel blue heart-shaped leaves that turn yellow in the fall, making it a great choice to brighten a shady area. Schizophragma is easily confused with Chinese climbing hydrangea (Hydrangea anomala petiolaris). Unlike the climbing hydrangea, which has arching stems that reach out three feet from the surface, Schizophragma develops an intricate tracery of reddish brown stems that lay flat against the surface. They are particularly handsome in winter. Schizophragma Hydrageoides 'Roseum' uses its root-like holdfasts to cling to whatever it is climbing. As far as vines go, this clinging vine is not aggressive when starting. But once started, it will cover whatever you put in its path. 'Roseum' can reach up to 30 feet tall, traveling up a tree, trellis, masonry garden wall, fence, up a building wall or laying flat and spreading as a ground cover. Think of the design possibilities! Planting and Care Plant in part shade to full shade. Requires medium moisture. Fertilize in early spring and late fall with Cottonseed Meal and Kelp Meal. If necessary, prune in late winter to early spring. For quick coverage of large surfaces, space 6-9' apart. Hardy in Zones 5-9. Click here to view Schizophragma Hydrageoides 'Roseum' on the Carroll Gardens website. |
