This is what I pulled off the internet. I would not be putting this on any wood fence, it is way to heavy and look at the name "Happy Wanderer. Is it even warm enough in the winter in the UK, it certainly isn't here in Niagara, Ontario. There are so many varieties of clematis, even some that bloom in the fall. I just planted a "Pink Anemone Clematis from Monrovia growers. It blooms in the late summer. They are not invasive as most varieties you cut back in the fall or early spring just when they start to leaf out.
"Hardenbergia violacea 'Happy Wanderer' (Purple Vine Lilac) - An evergreen vine that climbs by twining stems to 12-16 feet. Simple, oblong (2-4 inches) leaves clothe these stems. Pinkish-purple flowers with a chartreuse spot in center cascade like small Wisteria blossoms in the winter to early spring. Plant in sun or light shade in hot inland areas. Tolerates and even prefers heavy soil so long as it drains well. Requires little water once established. Hardy to around 23° F and short duration dips to slightly lower – expect severe damage if temperatures drop below 20 F. Responds well to pruning and hard pruning can reinvigorate older plants. The species Hardenberia violacea is widespread through much of Australia and can be found in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia and Tasmania where it grows from along the coast to up in the mountains, often as an understory in forests and amongst shrubs where it can sprawl up on and around other plants. It was first described (as Glycine violacea) by the Dutch botanist George Voorhelm Schneevoogt in Icones Plantarum Rariorum in 1793 from cultivated plants that were thought to be from seeds collected in the Sydney area in the first few years of that settlement. Glycine is the genus of the related soy bean (Glycine max) and this plant was later combined with Hardenbergia, a name Bentham used in 1837 when describing Hardenbergia ovata. The name for the genus honors Franziska Countess von Hardenberg, sister of the Baron Karl von Hugel, a 19th century Austrian patron of botany who collected plants while on an expedition to Australia in 1833. The specific epithet is in reference to the typical color of the flower. Other common names include Purple Coral Pea, Happy Wanderer, Native Lilac. Because the long, carrot-like root was reportedly used as a substitute for sarsparilla by Australian aboriginal bushmen, it also has the common names Australian Sarsparilla and False Sarsaparilla. The Australian aboriginal name for it is Waraburra. We also grow other varieties of Hardenbergia violacea such as 'Canoelands' and 'Mini Haha' and in the past have grown 'Meema' as well as another species, Hardenbergia comptoniana. This description is based on our research and the observations we have made of this plant as it grows in containers at our nursery, in our own garden and in other gardens. We also appreciate receiving feedback of any kind from those who have additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or if they have additional cultural tips that would aid others in growing Hardenbergia 'Happy Wanderer'."
Dovefromabove I checked the web-site, says its not currently available, but I'm sure it will be in the fall.
Eric Ross I'd call them to see when available. See how easy it is to grow? You will love it and think twice about "Hardenbergia violacea 'Happy Wanderer' (Purple Vine Lilac)the vine you were thinking of putting in. Where did you get your info for that vine, was it reliable? Do you know what the price is in CDn or American $?
Dovefromabove I checked the web-site, says its not currently available, but I'm sure it will be in the fall.....
I think you've mis-read the site - the service that isn't available is the 'Buy the tree you see' option - you can still buy a tree that Barcham staff will select for you.
Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.
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This is what I pulled off the internet. I would not be putting this on any wood fence, it is way to heavy and look at the name "Happy Wanderer. Is it even warm enough in the winter in the UK, it certainly isn't here in Niagara, Ontario. There are so many varieties of clematis, even some that bloom in the fall. I just planted a "Pink Anemone Clematis from Monrovia growers. It blooms in the late summer. They are not invasive as most varieties you cut back in the fall or early spring just when they start to leaf out.
"Hardenbergia violacea 'Happy Wanderer' (Purple Vine Lilac) - An evergreen vine that climbs by twining stems to 12-16 feet. Simple, oblong (2-4 inches) leaves clothe these stems. Pinkish-purple flowers with a chartreuse spot in center cascade like small Wisteria blossoms in the winter to early spring. Plant in sun or light shade in hot inland areas. Tolerates and even prefers heavy soil so long as it drains well. Requires little water once established. Hardy to around 23° F and short duration dips to slightly lower – expect severe damage if temperatures drop below 20 F. Responds well to pruning and hard pruning can reinvigorate older plants. The species Hardenberia violacea is widespread through much of Australia and can be found in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia and Tasmania where it grows from along the coast to up in the mountains, often as an understory in forests and amongst shrubs where it can sprawl up on and around other plants. It was first described (as Glycine violacea) by the Dutch botanist George Voorhelm Schneevoogt in Icones Plantarum Rariorum in 1793 from cultivated plants that were thought to be from seeds collected in the Sydney area in the first few years of that settlement. Glycine is the genus of the related soy bean (Glycine max) and this plant was later combined with Hardenbergia, a name Bentham used in 1837 when describing Hardenbergia ovata. The name for the genus honors Franziska Countess von Hardenberg, sister of the Baron Karl von Hugel, a 19th century Austrian patron of botany who collected plants while on an expedition to Australia in 1833. The specific epithet is in reference to the typical color of the flower. Other common names include Purple Coral Pea, Happy Wanderer, Native Lilac. Because the long, carrot-like root was reportedly used as a substitute for sarsparilla by Australian aboriginal bushmen, it also has the common names Australian Sarsparilla and False Sarsaparilla. The Australian aboriginal name for it is Waraburra. We also grow other varieties of Hardenbergia violacea such as 'Canoelands' and 'Mini Haha' and in the past have grown 'Meema' as well as another species, Hardenbergia comptoniana. This description is based on our research and the observations we have made of this plant as it grows in containers at our nursery, in our own garden and in other gardens. We also appreciate receiving feedback of any kind from those who have additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or if they have additional cultural tips that would aid others in growing Hardenbergia 'Happy Wanderer'."
The Syringia Reticulata 'Ivory Silk' is available in the UK https://www.barcham.co.uk/products/syringa-reticulata-ivory-silk/
Not cheap tho'
Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.
Dovefromabove I checked the web-site, says its not currently available, but I'm sure it will be in the fall.
Eric Ross I'd call them to see when available. See how easy it is to grow? You will love it and think twice about "Hardenbergia violacea 'Happy Wanderer' (Purple Vine Lilac)the vine you were thinking of putting in. Where did you get your info for that vine, was it reliable? Do you know what the price is in CDn or American $?
What a wonderful variety of trees this grower has, it's worth a look.https://www.barcham.co.uk/products/syringa-reticulata-ivory-silk/
Dovefromabove thanks for providing the web-site, it's eye candy for the gardener.
I think you've mis-read the site - the service that isn't available is the 'Buy the tree you see' option - you can still buy a tree that Barcham staff will select for you.
Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.
you are so right
OK why can't I get all the messages back up?
Figured it out
Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.
I converted the Lbs to $, that's only aboUt $113 CDN $ That's not too expensive for something you'll love/