Thimna MatikaThe bower vine (Pandorea jasminoides) is commonly known as the bower of beauty and is a species of flowering plant in the family Bignoniaceae. It is a climbing evergreen vine with delicate white flowers with throat pigments in white or pink, often with a contrasting throat colour, which can be crimson, red, or even yellow-orange.
Its trumpet-shaped flowers are pigmented and hairy inside. It is also grown as an ornamental. Some varieties, like Lady Di and Alba, produce pure white flowers. Its twining stems have dark green and sometimes variegated leaves.
How to grow bower vine
Bower vine is generally easy to care for as it is hardy and grows vigorously. It needs sturdy support as its twining vines do not grow upright. This vine needs some training with a trellis or other supports when young. This climber is perfect for hedges, fencing, and trailing walls.
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Soil: Bower vine grows can be grown in different types of soil with good drainage.
Light: It thrives in full sun and semi-shade.
Water: It is a drought-tolerant plant; therefore needs watering at least once a week. Allow the soil to dry out slightly before watering.
This low-maintenance, adaptable climber brings beauty and tranquility to any space with its fragrant flowers and lush foliage.
This hardy evergreen provides gardeners with year-round greenery and seasonal colour, whether it is used to soften a wall, improve privacy around a fence, or add colour to a trellis. It will thrive and become a focal point of your outdoor area if you provide the proper care and growing environment.
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