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Schisandra grandiflora

Schisandra grandiflora
large-flowered magnolia vine

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Delighted as always with the incredible array of floral delights on offer.

Emmanuel D., 25/03/2020

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This large deciduous liana, little known, is a fully hardy plant of great ornamental value. It produces large purple-brown stems covered with large thick leaves, which are adorned in spring or early summer with very fragrant cup-shaped flowers, pale pink to pure white. They are followed, when a male and female plant are available, by clusters of red fruits with a waxy appearance and a tangy flavor. Easy to grow, it will thrive in partial shade in any well-amended and well-drained garden soil.
Flower size
4 cm
Height at maturity
6 m
Spread at maturity
2 m
Exposure
Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -18°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time February to March, September to October
Recommended planting time March to May, September to October
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Flowering time May to June
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Description

The Schisandra grandiflora is a large deciduous vine, little known, yet fully hardy and of great ornamental value. This large perennial produces long, woody climbing stems, covered with large thick and darkly veined leaves. In spring or early summer, it is adorned with porcelain-like flowers with a delightful fragrance, ranging from pale pink to pure white. When a male and female plant are present, they are followed by clusters of red fruits with a waxy appearance and a tangy flavour. Easy to cultivate, it will thrive in partial shade in any well-prepared and well-drained garden soil.

Native to a vast area ranging from eastern China to the Himalayas, the Schisandra grandiflora is an unfamiliar plant in the schisandra family. This vine produces shiny purple-brown stems, reaching a height of 6m (20ft), capable of climbing trees. They are covered with large leaves measuring 10 to 14cm (4 to 6in) in length and 3 to 5cm (1 to 2in) in width. The leaves are dark green, ovate and pointed, with a thick texture and deep veins, carried by red petioles. Flowering occurs in May-June. The flowers are either male or female, and are borne by different individuals. They are cup-shaped, 4cm (2in) in diameter, with 7 to 10 petals ranging in colour from pure white to very pale pink. When they form, the fruits are gathered in loose clusters of small edible red fruits, not exceeding 6mm (<1in) in diameter.

Bright and fragrant, this beautiful vine from the forest edge will be satisfied with a partially shaded exposure and an ordinary, fertile and moist soil. It can be used, for example, to adorn a dead tree or a shaded wall. In the latter case, it will need to be trained. It will complement a collection of climbing plants from other regions such as Holboellia coriacea (Chinese blue vine), Ampelopsis glandulosa var. maximowiczii (blue-fruited creeper), Campsis capreolata, or Wattakaka sinensis.

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Schisandra grandiflora (Flowering) Flowering
Schisandra grandiflora (Foliage) Foliage

Plant habit

Height at maturity 6 m
Spread at maturity 2 m
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time May to June
Inflorescence Solitary
Flower size 4 cm
Fragrance Very fragrant, fruity, sweet fragrance
Fruit colour red

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour dark green

Botanical data

Genus

Schisandra

Species

grandiflora

Family

Schisandraceae

Other common names

large-flowered magnolia vine

Origin

China

Product reference6010021

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Planting and care

The Schisandra grandiflora is a hardy plant, to be installed in full sun or partial shade, along a fence, a facade or a wall. It is a dioecious species, to obtain fruiting, multiple plants are required. Otherwise, this climbing plant is not difficult to maintain, but it appreciates a rich and moist soil, well-drained: it is sensitive to excessive watering and drought. Excessive limestone is harmful, but this problem can be easily solved by adding a good amount of organic amendment (manure or compost, of course). Pruning can be done after flowering to highlight the fruits.

Planting period

Best planting time February to March, September to October
Recommended planting time March to May, September to October
Type of support Tree, Trellis, Wall

Intended location

Suitable for Woodland edge, Undergrowth
Type of use Climbing
Hardiness Hardy down to -18°C (USDA zone 7a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 1 per m2
Exposure Partial shade
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil moisture Moist soil, rich in humus and lightweight

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Soil moisture Moist soil
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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