Solanum Crispum Glasnevin

Solanum Crispum Glasnevin

Why Buy Me?

• Eye catching flowers
• Great for trellis or a pergola
• Fragrant

Growing Conditions

Light:
Full sun to partial shade. Prefers full sun for the best flowering performance, though it will tolerate light shade. In cooler climates, a warm, sheltered location ensures more reliable blooms.

Soil:
Moist, well-drained, fertile soil. Thrives in loamy or sandy soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. Avoid waterlogged or very dry, compacted soils.

Exposure:
Best grown on sheltered walls, fences, trellises, arches, or pergolas. Can be trained against a warm south- or west-facing wall for optimal flowering and frost protection. Requires support and tying in, as it twines rather than clings.

Drought Tolerance:
Moderate. Needs regular watering in dry weather, especially during establishment and in prolonged hot periods. Once established, tolerates short dry spells but benefits from consistent moisture.

Cultivation & Care

Planting Time:
Plant in spring after the last frost or in early autumn (in milder areas) to allow roots to establish before extremes of weather.

Spacing:
Space 1.2–1.5 m (4–5 ft) apart from other climbers or supports. Reaches 4–6 m (13–20 ft) tall with support, making it suitable for medium to large vertical structures.

Watering & Fertilization:
Water regularly during dry periods. Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer to promote healthy foliage and flowering. Repeat mid-season if growth is weak or flowering is sparse.

Mulching & Pruning:
Mulch in spring to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
Pruning Group 11:
Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to remove dead, damaged, or tangled growth. Can be pruned back harder after flowering if necessary to control size and shape.

Propagation:
Propagate by softwood or semi-ripe cuttings in summer. Can also be propagated by layering or from seed (less commonly for named cultivars).

Seasonal Interest

Spring:
Fresh green foliage emerges in spring, with twining growth beginning to climb rapidly.

Summer:
Profuse flowering from early to late summer (June–September). Displays masses of star-shaped, violet-blue flowers with prominent yellow stamens. Flowers are lightly fragrant and appear in loose clusters.

Autumn:
Flowering may continue into early autumn. Small yellowish-white berries may develop if pollinated, though not usually showy. Leaves remain attractive into the season before falling.

Winter:
Semi-evergreen to deciduous, depending on climate. In mild regions, may retain some leaves. In colder areas, it may die back partially but regrows from the base in spring. Provide winter protection in harsh climates.

Wildlife & Garden Use

Wildlife:
Attracts bees and other pollinators to the garden. Berries may be eaten by birds, though they are mildly toxic to humans and pets. Dense foliage provides seasonal cover for small wildlife.

Garden Use:
A beautiful, vigorous climber ideal for walls, trellises, pergolas, or large obelisks. Suitable for cottage gardens, Mediterranean-style spaces, and wildlife gardens. Can also be grown in large containers with support in sheltered urban gardens.

Companion Plants:
Pairs well with other flowering climbers like Clematis, Rosa (climbing roses), or Passiflora. Complements silver or grey foliage plants such as Lavandula, Perovskia, or Artemisia. Underplant with Nepeta, Salvia, or Geranium for a soft, romantic effect.

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