FALLOPIA Baldschuanicum - 8T779-
Fallopia baldschuanica(Caucasian Grapevine)
A fast-growing deciduous climber, ideal for quickly covering pergolas, fences, and walls. It blooms abundantly from June to September with light pinkish-white inflorescences, much appreciated by bees and pollinating insects.
-Height at full growth: up to 15 m
-Location: Sun/partial shade
-Flowering: Summer–Autumn
-Hardy: Hardy to -20°C
-Soil: Any, well-drained
Perfect for natural screening, shading, and rapid coverage.
Description
Description
Botanical name: Fallopia baldschuanica (syn. Polygonum aubertii)
Common name: Caucasian grapevine
Family: Polygonaceae
Plant type: Fast-growing deciduous climber
Botanical description
Fallopia baldschuanica is an extremely vigorous deciduous climber, ideal for quickly covering pergolas, fences, trellises, or unsightly walls. Belonging to the Polygonaceae family, it grows rapidly up to 10-12 meters tall, thanks to its long, flexible shoots.
It produces light, feathery inflorescences, composed of small white or pinkish-white flowers, very ornamental and rich in nectar, with abundant flowering from late spring to early autumn.
Cultivation Requirements
- Location: Full sun or partial shade
- Soil: Any type of garden soil, preferably well-drained
- Watering: Regular in the first few years, then drought-tolerant
- Growth: Very rapid (up to 5/6 meters/year)
- Pruning: Drastic in late winter or early spring to contain its growth
- Hardy: Very hardy (withstands temperatures down to -20°C)
Ornamental and functional uses
- Quick covering of pergolas, gazebos, fences, walls, or old buildings
- Climber for natural screening
- Excellent for shading terraces or greenhouses
- Attracts pollinating insects thanks to its abundant flowering
Distinguishing characteristics
-Very rapid and vigorous growth
-Long and abundant flowering, rich in nectar
-Excellent resistance to cold
- Suitable for warm, sunny locations
- Very easy to grow, ideal for those seeking immediate coverage