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Petrea volubilis
Sandpaper Vine
Violet star-shaped calyces and rough leaves give this woody climber a distinctive texture. Choose a supplied height, then provide a framework for its developing stems.
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Optional extra
Miracle-Gro Liquid Fertilizer for Home Gardening 250ml/1.45L
Feed during active growth, diluted according to the bottle label.
Plant characteristics & growing tips
Sandpaper Vine · Petrea volubilis
Plant characteristics
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Leaves
- Rough, sandpaper-like surface
- Display
- Persistent violet calyces
- Habit
- Woody climber or trained shrub
- Soil
- Moist, draining loam
- Support
- Framework for climbing growth
Hong Kong growing tips
- Support first
- Choose a frame for future growth
- Overhead space
- Leave room for hanging flower clusters
- Railings
- Keep growth within your own planting area
- Rough leaves
- Keep foliage clear of narrow walkways
- Wind ties
- Recheck ties as woody stems thicken
- Rainy roots
- Keep the base draining freely
References
Planting & styling guide
Settling in & repotting
- Prepare a firm frame with room for the selected supplied height.
- Preserve the root ball and existing planting depth.
- Guide stems with loose ties and leave flower clusters room to hang.
Care in Hong Kong
- TrainingGuide new shoots before they tangle with other plants.
- PruningControl extending growth after the display.
- RootsKeep moisture moderate and drainage clear.
Plants to pair with it
Arrange in separate pots so light, water and space can be managed for each plant.
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Frequently asked questions
Sandpaper Vine
Is it wisteria?
No. This is Petrea volubilis; its rough leaves and persistent starry calyces are useful distinctions.
Why does colour remain after flowers fall?
The coloured calyx can remain after the smaller flower has dropped.
Are 130 cm and 180 cm final heights?
No. They are supplied options; a supported vine can grow much further.
Can it be kept as a shrub?
It can be managed as a shrub with pruning, but requires ongoing attention to extending shoots.
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Is delivery included?
Free-delivery thresholds depend on your area and order total: HK$500+ for Tung Chung / South Lantau, over HK$800 for Discovery Bay, and HK$1,000+ for other areas. Check the delivery fee at checkout.
Will you bring it inside?
With lift access, plants can be placed indoors. For walk-up buildings, standard delivery is to the building entrance. Stair carrying is extra and should be arranged in advance.
Can I collect it from the nursery?
Yes. Pickup is available at 20D Lo Wai Village, Pui O, Monday–Saturday, 10am–5pm. Please make an appointment once your order is ready.