Kolomikta Vine
Striking, deciduous climber with pink and white
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| Striking, deciduous climber with pink and white splashed leaves, which give the appearance of having been dipped in paint, and fragrant, white early summer flowers. This unusual, overlapping foliage looks marvellous on a sunny, protected wall. Not apparent on younger plants, the variation is strongest on upper-most sections of the climber, with white leaf tips ageing to pink.Position: full sunSoil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: average to fast-growingFlowering period: JuneFlower colour: whiteOther features: pink and white splashed leaves; female plants produce edible, oval, yellow fruitHardiness: frost hardyGarden care: Using raffia or garden twine tie the main stems on to a series of horizontal, galvanised wires. In early spring remove any crossing, diseased or over-crowded stemsGoes well with: Parthenocissus henryana, Trachelospermum jasminoides, Actinidia deliciosa (Male), Solanum crispum `Glasnevin`, Sedum spectabile `Brilliant`, Lavandula stoechas `Kew Red` |
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