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Bleeding Glory-Bower

Clerodendrum Thomsoniae

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Overview

The Bleeding Heart (Clerodendrum thomsoniae) showcases striking heart-shaped white calyces with protruding red corollas. This evergreen vine thrives in zones 9-11, preferring partial shade and well-draining soil. Climbing up to 15 feet, it requires support for optimal growth. Blooms appear in spring and summer, adding dramatic flair. Regular watering and occasional pruning maintain shape and health. Ideal for trellises or as a captivating focal point in a romantic garden theme.

Sun HalfWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 9–10
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — This evergreen vine thrives in zones 9-11, preferring partial shade and well-draining soil

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Verbenaceae

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Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — although it requires some shade in the hottest part of the day; climbing up to 15 feet, it requires support
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — such as a trellis or fence; multi-colored and red and white flowers in the garden
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — though it is necessary to avoid waterlogged conditions; it demands well-draining soil with a good amount of
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — Ideal for trellises or as a captivating focal point in a romantic garden theme; is an enchanting, image 55
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — scientifically named Clerodendrum thomsoniae; creating the appearance of a drop of blood - a, image 56
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — is an enchanting tropical vine native to West Africa; or other vertical surfaces, image 57
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — This evergreen climber is renowned for its striking floral display and can reach a length of up to, image 58
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — Climbing up to 15 feet, it requires support for optimal growth; which bloom primarily during the, image 52
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — Blooms appear in spring and summer, adding dramatic flair; such as a trellis or fence, image 53
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — Regular watering and occasional pruning maintain shape and health; vine for half, image 54
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — The foliage consists of opposite; ovate leaves that are typically about 5 to 7 inches long, image 59
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — ovate leaves that are typically about 5 to 7 inches long; though it is necessary to avoid, image 60
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — Each unique bloom is composed of two parts: a white; scientifically named Clerodendrum thomsoniae, image 62
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — which bloom primarily during the warm seasons; vine with multi-colored and red and white blooms, image 61
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — is vital to facilitate the vine's climbing habit.<br><br>When integrating this plant into a, image 69
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — consider its twining nature and striking flowers as focal points along walls; each unique bloom is, image 70
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — or other vertical surfaces; is vital to facilitate the vine's climbing habit.<br><br>When, image 71
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — multi-colored and red and white flowers in the garden; this evergreen climber is renowned for its, image 73
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — A routine application of balanced; this evergreen vine thrives in zones 9-11, preferring partial, image 72
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — pendulous flower that emerges from the center, image 63
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — creating the appearance of a drop of blood - a characteristic that inspired its common name, image 64
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — although it requires some shade in the hottest part of the day; climbing up to 15 feet, it, image 65
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — It demands well-draining soil with a good amount of organic matter and a consistent moisture, image 66
Bleeding Glory-Bower (Clerodendrum Thomsoniae) — though it is necessary to avoid waterlogged conditions; it demands well-draining soil with a good, image 67

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