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False climbing vine 'Roseum'

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Hardiness Zone 5

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False climbing vine 'Roseum'

FamilyHydrangeaceae

Schizophragma hydrangeoides ‘Roseum’, commonly known as ‘Roseum’ climbing hydrangea, is a deciduous woody vine with a vigorous climbing habit, ideal for adorning walls, fences, and tree trunks in light shade. Related to climbing hydrangeas, it clings with adventitious roots and, over time, forms a dense screen of dark green, heart-shaped, and slightly textured foliage. In early summer, it produces large flat inflorescences composed of small fertile flowers surrounded by decorative pale to soft pink bracts, bringing a gentle and luminous touch to shaded areas. Very hardy and durable, Schizophragma hydrangeoides ‘Roseum’ prefers rich, cool, well-drained soil and thrives particularly in partial shade, offering a spectacular effect in cold climate gardens.

Schizophragma hydrangeoides 'Roseum'

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Fertilization Acid-loving fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooting agent or ground bone.

Bloom and dimensions

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Bloom periodSummer
Flower colorPink
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingDiscrete dry capsules after flowering
Maximum height8 to 10 m (26 to 33 ft)
Maximum width2.5 m (8 feet)
Growth rateslow
Hardiness zoneZone 5
Minimum temperature'-30°C