Polygonum baldschuanicum
Russian vine
A vigorous, woody, twining deciduous climber, with heart shaped dark green leaves. In summer panicles of tiny pink-white flowers appear, followed by small pink fruits
Size
Ultimate height
8–12 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
4–8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink White | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | Pink | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or North–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Polygonaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Climbing
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Pakistan to Tadzhikistan
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in poor, moderately fertile moist, but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Provide strong durable supports. Pruning is required to keep this very vigorous climber under control. Please see further advice on plants which have the potential to become a nuisance
Propagation
Propagate by seed sown containers and place in a cold frame in spring or as soon as seed is ripe. Take heeled semi-ripe cuttings in summer or hardwood cuttings in autumn.
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Climber and wall shrubs
Pruning
Pruning group 11 - trim to fit in the space available.
Pests
May be susceptible to leaf minor
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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