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Mascagnia lilacaena

Lilac Orchid Vine

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Information by: Mary Irish        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

A semievergreen vine that can reach up to 15' fairly rapidly. It only needs something to twine upon. Small lavender flowers appear during summer months. Accepts full sun or part shade. Will usually cluster at the top of the trellis. Small hairs on the foliage may cause irritation. Can be evergreen in warm areas. Native to Mexico.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover, Vine

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

Purple, Violet

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Patio, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cascade, Cut Flowers, Topiary, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Hanging Baskets

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.