Solanum Album
Solanum Album

Solanum Jasminoides Album

£14.99

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SKU: solanum-jasminoides-album Category:
Common Name: Potato Vine
Size: 3 Litre
Hardiness: H4
Hardiness Ratings

All ratings refer to the UK growing conditions unless otherwise stated. Minimum temperature ranges (in degrees ˚C) are shown in brackets

  • H1a: under glass all year (>15˚C)
  • H1b: can be grown outside in the summer (10 - 15 ˚C)
  • H1c: can be grown outside in the summer (5 - 10 ˚C)
  • H2: tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen (1 to 5 ˚C)
  • H3: hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK (-5 to 1 ˚C)
  • H4: hardy through most of the UK (-10 to -5 ˚C)
  • H5: hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters (-15 to -10 ˚C)
  • H6: hardy in all of UK and northern Europe (-20 to -15 ˚C)
  • H7: hardy in the severest European continental climates (< -20 ˚C)
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This plant has won a RHS award

3 Litre Pot

  • RHS Award of Garden Merit
  • Position: Full sun
  • Soil: Moist, well drained
  • Growth Rate:  Average
  • Flowering Period: June – September
  • Hardiness: H4
  • Eventual Height: 8 – 12m
  • Eventual Spread: 1.5 – 2.5m

Solanum Jasminoides Album, also known as the “Potato Vine” and holder of the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit is a popular ornamental plant. This vigorous climber is known for its delicate, white, star-shaped flowers that bloom from June through to September. It is a great choice for adding a touch of elegance to any garden, and it is also a great option for covering fences, trellises, or walls. This easy-to-grow plant is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance, making it a great choice for both experienced and novice gardeners. The plant is also known for its attractive foliage which is glossy green. This plant is an ideal choice for adding a touch of natural beauty to any outdoor space.

Solanum Jasminoides Album is a species of nightshade that is native to South America. It was first discovered in the 18th century and has been widely cultivated as an ornamental plant.

How to care for your Solanum Jasminoides Album

The following are some tips for growing and maintaining this beautiful ornamental plant:

  • Planting: Plant in well-drained soil in a location that receives full sun to partial shade. It can also be grown in a container.
  • Watering: During the first growing season, it is important to keep the soil consistently moist. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and can survive on natural rainfall, but it is important to water it during prolonged dry spells.
  • Fertilising: Fertilise the plant with a balanced fertiliser once a month during the growing season.
  • Pruning: Prune back the dead foliage and seed heads in late Winter or early Spring before new growth appears. Prune to control the size and shape of the plant if desired.
  • Support: This is a vigorous climber and will require some form of support such as a trellis, fence or wall.

By following these tips, your plant will thrive and provide beautiful delicate white flowers and glossy green foliage for many seasons to come.

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