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(Pandorea jasminoides)
Bower Of Beauty (Pandorea jasminoides)
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Forest & Kim Starr
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Summary
Pandorea jasminoides, commonly known as Bower of Beauty or Bower Vine, is a perennial woody vine native to rainforest margins and rocky outcrops in eastern Australia. It is a member of the Bignoniaceae family and is known for its vigorous climbing habit. This species typically features pinnate leaves with three to nine egg-shaped leaflets and produces showy, trumpet-shaped flowers that are white or pink with a distinctive red, hairy interior. The flowering season extends from September to March, offering a long period of visual interest.
Bower of Beauty is valued for its ornamental appeal, with its profuse and showy flowers making it a popular choice for gardeners. It is often used for screening purposes, as it can quickly cover fences, pergolas, and trellises, providing a lush, tropical feel to the landscape. The plant has received the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit, highlighting its desirability for cultivation. ’Lady Di’ is a notable cultivar with pure white flowers that shares the species’ vigorous growth habit. For optimal growth, Bower Vine requires full sun to part shade and benefits from medium to high water availability. It thrives in soils with medium drainage. While it is a robust climber, care should be taken to avoid planting near sewer pipes or other underground services due to its potential to cause damage with its root system.CC BY-SA 4.0
Bower of Beauty is valued for its ornamental appeal, with its profuse and showy flowers making it a popular choice for gardeners. It is often used for screening purposes, as it can quickly cover fences, pergolas, and trellises, providing a lush, tropical feel to the landscape. The plant has received the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit, highlighting its desirability for cultivation. ’Lady Di’ is a notable cultivar with pure white flowers that shares the species’ vigorous growth habit. For optimal growth, Bower Vine requires full sun to part shade and benefits from medium to high water availability. It thrives in soils with medium drainage. While it is a robust climber, care should be taken to avoid planting near sewer pipes or other underground services due to its potential to cause damage with its root system.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Vine
- Height: 20-30 feet
- Width: 6-12 feet
- Growth Rate: Rapid
- Flower Color: Pink, White
- Flowering Season: Summer
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium, High
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Drought Tolerant, Fragrant, Groundcover, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers, Street Planting
Natural Habitat
Rainforest margins and rocky outcrops in eastern Australia
Other Names
Common Names: Bower Of Beauty, Bower Climber, Bower Plant, Jasminpandorea
Scientific Names: , Pandorea jasminoides, Tecoma jasminoides, Bignonia jasminoides, Pandorea jasminoides var. alba, Gelseminum jasminoides,
GBIF Accepted Name: Pandorea jasminoides (Lindl.) Schumann