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Climbing Maurandia (Mexican Snapdragon)
Botanical Name: Maurandya scandens
Type: Tender Perennial (Grown as an annual in cooler climates)

Climbing Maurandia, also known as Mexican Snapdragon, is a delicate, twining climber that brings charm and vertical colour to your garden with its tubular, snapdragon-like flowers in shades of violet, pink, and white. The graceful vines are adorned with dainty heart-shaped leaves, making it perfect for trellises, obelisks, fences, and hanging baskets. Fast-growing and floriferous, it provides soft, romantic colour from mid-summer until frost.

Plant Details

Type: Tender perennial (grown as annual)
Height: 150–300 cm (with support)
Spread: 30–45 cm
Flowers: June – October
Position: Full sun to light shade; sheltered spot preferred

Growing Information

Sow: March – April indoors
Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C
Transplant: Harden off and plant out after the last frost
Spacing: 25–30 cm apart
Care: Provide climbing support; water regularly; feed monthly in summer

Why You’ll Love It

Twining vines with elegant, snapdragon-like flowers
Ideal for vertical accents in containers or borders
Long flowering season with minimal care
Excellent in pots, baskets, or climbing structures

Top Tip

Pinch out the growing tips early to encourage bushier growth and more flowering shoots. Perfect for balconies or trellised patios.

Perfect For

Trellises, arches, and obelisks
Hanging baskets & patio containers
Cottage garden borders
Soft, romantic vertical displays

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