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Tropaeolum peregrinum (Canary creeper)



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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Tropaeolum peregrinum Common Name: Canary creeper Synonyms: T. aduncum, T. canariense Genus: Tropaeolum
This annual or perennial climber grows vigorously, yet does not strangle its host. Its edible leaves are deeply divided like the fingers of a hand, and its bright yellow flowers are outrageously formed: The larger, upper petals are deeply fringed and look like tiny birds' wings; the smaller, lower petals are spurred. It blooms in summer and autumn and can climb up to 12 feet.
 Noteworthy characteristics: These tender perennials are native to South America.
 Care: Grow in moist, well-drained soil in full sun.
 Propagation: Sow fresh seeds in a cold frame.
 Problems: Caterpillars, flea beetles, black aphids, slugs, whiteflies, viruses.
Height 10 ft. to 15 ft.
Spread 6 ft. to 10 ft.
Growth Habit Clumps
Growth Pace Fast Grower
Light Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture Medium Moisture
Maintenance Low
Characteristics Attracts Butterflies; Fragrant Flowers; Self Seeds; Showy Flowers; Showy Foliage
Bloom Time Early Fall; Early Summer; Fall; Late Summer; Summer
Flower Color Yellow Flower
Uses Beds and Borders, Container, Ground Covers, Indoor Plant, Naturalizing, Screening, Specimen Plant/ Focal Point, Suitable as Annual, Trellis
Style Herb Garden, Cottage Garden
Seasonal Interest Summer Interest, Fall Interest
Type Perennials

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