Manettia bicolour

Name: Manettia bicolour
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 18864f
Price: 29.73 NZD
Availability: InStock

Firecracker Vine, Candy Corn Plant, Manettia luteorubra, Manettia luteo-rubra, Manettia inflata, Cigar Flower

Manettia bicolour, commonly known as the Firecracker Vine, is a climber that features red flowers with a yellow tip. These are borne through spring and summer and are complemented with lush, fresh-green foliage as it grows to 2 m. Manettia bicolour is commonly grown along a fence or other support structure. It also looks great in a sub-tropical or pool garden in frost free areas.

Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Climbers
Height:	2.00 m
Spread:	2.00 m
Flowering time:	Spring, Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Arches, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Some
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Firecracker Vine, Candy Corn Plant, Manettia luteorubra, Manettia luteo-rubra, Manettia inflata, Cigar Flower

Manettia bicolour Details

Manettia bicolour, commonly known as the Firecracker Vine, is a climber that is favoured for its colourful flowers. Red flowers with a yellow tip are borne through spring and summer. These are complemented with lush, fresh-green foliage. This evergreen will reach about 2 m in length, but can be trimmed as necessary. Best results with this plant are achieved when it is grown on a well-drained site in full sun, protected from frost and wind. Manettia bicolour is commonly grown along a fence or other support structure. It also looks great in a sub-tropical or pool garden in frost free areas.