Holboellia coriacea, commonly known as blue china vine, is a woody evergreen climbing vine indigenous to temperate east Asia. It produces white monoecious flowers followed by pink colored sausage-shaped fruits with white colored pulps.
Blue China Vine Care
Holboellia coriacea
What is the plant
China Blue Vine is a vigorous semi-evergreen woody vine with thick glossy dark green tri-foliate leaves. In spring it produces fragrant bell flowers consisting of two layers - a pale ivory pink outer and a pale mauve-pink inner. In the fall plum-like sized edible richly coloured purple fruits are usually borne in pairs, very unique. The plant is very attractive on a fence, porch, patio, or wall.
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Humidity
Normal
Lighting
Part Sun
Hardiness zone
8 - 11
Difficulty
Easy
Hibernation
Cold Period
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Water abundantly at the beginning in order to spur root development, and then whenever extended dry spells or strong heat occur.
Sunlight
Plant in sun or part shade. They succeed in sun or deep shade, but fruits are much more likely to be produced when the plants are grown in a sunny position.
Soil
It is a good idea to plant holboellia in spring in good garden soil blended with special flower plant soil mix. Plant-based mulch at the foot of the plant will hinder weed growth, retain proper moisture levels and fertilize the soil.
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Temperature
These plants tolerate temperatures down to about -15°C (5°F) and can be damaged by prolonged periods below -5°C (23°F).
Popularity
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