Vigna caracalla / Phaseolus caracalla
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Snail Vine
| Evergreen-Deciduous | Semi-Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Overall Mature Size | Large |
| Mature Height & Spread | Vine to 15-20' |
| Exposure | Full to Partial Sun |
| Water | Medium Water |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Bloom Time | Summer, Fall |
| Special Features | Attracts Birds, Butterflies |
| Container Sizes | #1, #5, #15 |
| Natural Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Sunset Garden Zones | 12-24, H1, H2 |
| Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 9A-11 |
| Plant Type | Vine |
Fast-growing, tender, semi-evergreen vine with stems to 15-20’ long if supported. This heat loving, long-time garden favorite is revered for its quick-growing nature, lush-looking foliage and unique flower form. Soft, twining, rich-green foliage is accented with unique, spiraled, snail-like white buds opening to coiled, mildly-fragrant, lavender-purple flowers that appear during the warmer months of the year, most prominently in summer. These eye-catching and uniquely-interesting flowers attract butterflies, bees and hummingbirds. Well-suited for fences, trellises or arbors, as well as making a fine container specimen. Performs best with regular watering in a well-drained soil, and thrives in a full to partial sun exposure.
USDA Zone: 9A-11
