Sandpaper Vine
Petrea volubilis · A vigorous climber with rough leaves and cascades of violet-blue flowers, for fences, arches and balcony railings.
- Height130–180 cm
- LightFull sun
- CareModerate
A vigorous climber with rough leaves and cascades of violet-blue flowers, for fences, arches and balcony railings.
- Light
- Partial sun · 3–6 hours of direct sun / Full sun · more than 6 hours of direct sun
- Available height
- 130–180 cm
- Free delivery over HK$1,000
- Estimated delivery in 3–7 working days after payment
- Carried in and placed (lift buildings)
Included in this price
Nursery pot and potting soil included. Decorative planters are sold separately.
Estimated delivery: 3–7 working days · Rates vary by area & order value
Delivery rates & pickup
Free delivery: Tung Chung / South Lantau HK$500+; Discovery Bay over HK$800; other areas HK$1,000+.
Date confirmed by WhatsApp. Lift access: placed indoors. Walk-ups: building entrance; stair carry extra.
Pui O nursery pickup: Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm, by appointment once your order is ready.
Complete your plant setup
Add pots and care essentials to your order.
Choose a size to suit your nursery pot. Size details
Follow the bottle label for suitability and dilution.
Send up to 5 photos of your room or garden and we'll email plants, planters and placement within one business day.
What the price includes
- The plant: one plant, 130–180 cm tall, delivered in its nursery pot with potting soil, ready to place or to repot into a planter of your choice.
- Delivery details: we message you to confirm a date; walk-up buildings are delivered to the building entrance.
- Pickup available: by appointment at our Pui O nursery, Mon–Sat 10:00–17:00.
- Care guide included: message us on WhatsApp any time after delivery.
Sandpaper Vine
Care & specifications
A vigorous climber with rough leaves and cascades of violet-blue flowers, for fences, arches and balcony railings.
- Plant height
- 130–180 cm
- Recommended placement
- Balcony · sheltered from wind and rain; Garden containers · sheltered from wind and rain
- Uses
- Flowering · Ornamental foliage · Balcony
- Light needs
- Full sun
- Water needs
- Moderate
- Care level
- Moderate
Full details & care guide
Sandpaper Vine
Add a touch of bold texture and tropical character to your garden or balcony with the unique Sandpaper Vine. Named after its distinctive rough-textured leaves, this vigorous climbing plant is well known for its lush growth and eye-catching presence. Perfect for creating green walls, fences, or vertical accents, Sandpaper Vine brings depth and a slightly wild elegance to any space.
Hardy and adaptable, it is a great choice for outdoor living areas and home gardens where vertical greenery is desired with minimal maintenance.
Key Features
- Distinctive Textured Foliage — Rough, sandpaper-like leaves create strong visual interest
- Climbing & Spreading Habit — Ideal for fences, trellises, arches, and vertical garden setups
- Lush Green Coverage — Quickly fills space with dense greenery under suitable conditions
- Outdoor Friendly — Well-suited for balconies, gardens, and outdoor living areas
- Delivered Potted — Supplied as a healthy, established potted plant
Specifications
- Common Name : Sandpaper Vine
- Botanical Name : Petrea volubilis
- Plant Type : Climbing / Creeping Plant
- Vine Length :
- Pot Size : H18cm x W14cm / H24cm x W18cm
- Growth Habit : Climbing with support
- Recommended Placement : Garden fence, trellis, arch, balcony railing, or outdoor bright area
Care Tips
- Sunlight : Prefers bright light and full sun; tolerates partial shade
- Watering : Water regularly, allowing the topsoil to dry slightly between watering
- Pruning : Trim as needed to control growth and encourage bushier vines
- Fertilizer : Apply a balanced fertilizer every 3–4 weeks during active growth
- Support : Provide trellis, wire, or fencing for climbing and shaping
Example photos
Not sure where it would go?
Send up to 5 photos of your room, terrace or garden and we'll email plants, planters and placement within one business day.
Send photos of your space for styling adviceFor a first suggestion we only need your photos, what you have in mind and a rough budget.
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