A vigorous evergreen climber with glossy ferny foliage and masses of fragrant creamy-white tubular bells in spring. A fast, hardy cover for fences, pergolas and screens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Climber
- Mature size: 5 m H × 3 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Australian native
About Wonga Wonga Vine 'Snowbells'
Botanically, Pandorea pandorana 'Snowbells' is a fast-growing climber in the Bignoniaceae family, native to New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria. It reaches around 5 m tall and 3 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. White and cream green flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Wonga Wonga Vine 'Snowbells'
Wonga Wonga Vine 'Snowbells' suits warm-temperate, subtropical, tropical and cool-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice.
Soil & planting
Wonga Wonga Vine 'Snowbells' does best in free-draining, clay and sandy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool. For a screen, space plants about 1.8 m apart.
Watering & feeding
Wonga Wonga Vine 'Snowbells' performs well with relatively little water once established. As an Australian native, feed it only with a low-phosphorus native fertiliser. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Prune Wonga Wonga Vine 'Snowbells' after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. It clips well, so trim two or three times a year for a formal finish. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Wonga Wonga Vine 'Snowbells' in the garden
Wonga Wonga Vine 'Snowbells' earns its place for a fast screen or informal hedge and a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
Combine Wonga Wonga Vine 'Snowbells' with plants that share its preference for low water use and warm-temperate climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed. It combines naturally with other Australian natives in a habitat or water-wise garden.
Buying Wonga Wonga Vine 'Snowbells'
Plant Sale lists Wonga Wonga Vine 'Snowbells' as tube stock, potted plants and advanced specimens. Current stock is confirmed with your quote; ask about your preferred size before planning a purchase.
