Hardenbergia violacea 'Happy Wanderer'
Purple Coral Pea
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Purple Coral Pea (Hardenbergia violacea 'Happy Wanderer') - Description
The Purple Coral Pea is a very vigorously growing vine that produces bluish-purple flowers from late winter through the beginning of summer. If a pergola or arbor is not provided for this climber to grow on, the Purple Coral Pea does just as well climbing up trees and through large shrubs.
Purple Coral Pea (Hardenbergia violacea 'Happy Wanderer') - Blooming
Blooms colorful, pea-like flowers.
Purple Coral Pea (Hardenbergia violacea 'Happy Wanderer') - Growth
Coral Peas grow best with full sun or partial shade. Be sure to provide suppot for plants. Where Hadenbergia is not growing hardy, raise plants indoors, in a conservatory or temperate greenhouse. Temperate greenhouses have daytime temperatures set between 50-55°F (10-13°C), and a nighttime temperature of 45°F (7°C).In milder climates, Coral Peas are suitable for covering an arbor, pergola, or wall. Even grow them through large shrubs or small trees.
Purple Coral Pea (Hardenbergia violacea 'Happy Wanderer') - Planting
Sow seeds in spring at 68°F (20°C). Pre-soak for 24 hours, will help with germination. Can also propagate from softwood cuttings in spring.
Purple Coral Pea (Hardenbergia violacea 'Happy Wanderer') - Pest
Sometimes affected by fungal and bacterial leaf spots, spider mites and aphids.
Purple Coral Pea (Hardenbergia violacea 'Happy Wanderer') - Interesting facts
Genus of only 3 species, native to Australia. The pea-like flowers are often borne in profusion.
Purple Coral Pea (Hardenbergia violacea 'Happy Wanderer') - Soil and irrigation
Does best in moderately fertile, acidic to neutral soil that is moist, yet well-draining. For indoor plants, a mix of equal parts soil-based potting mix, sharp sand, and leaf mold works the best. Make sure to pot on or top dress in spring. Water moderately during the growing season, keep just moist in winter
