Schizophragma integrifolium
Schizophragma integrifolium
Schizophragma integrifolia
Chinese Hydrangea vine
Slow development... problem with slugs, which are very fond of the young leaves!
Sylvie, 31/05/2021
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Description
Schizophragma integrifolium, also known as the Chinese climbing Hydrangea, is a vigorous woody climber with a woody stump and aerial roots that can reach up to 8/10m (26/33ft). It has an extraordinary white flowering in late spring and early summer, consisting of cream-white terminal inflorescences. Despite its beauty, this climber is still rarely used in our gardens. It is one of the few climbing plants that thrive in shade, which makes it useful for enhancing neglected areas of the garden.
Schizophragma integrifolium belongs to the Hydrangeaceae family. This species, closely related to climbing hydrangeas, is native to China, where it grows in the undergrowth of mountain slopes and cool valleys. It is a climbing shrub with a woody stump and rooting stems. It can reach a height of 8m (26ft) and spread over 2.50m (8ft), with fairly rapid growth. From 3 years old, the Schizophragma attaches itself using climbing roots and aerial roots. In June-July, there is a long flowering period of at least 3 weeks with flowers mainly produced at the ends of the stems. These are small clusters of tiny sterile flowers surrounded by large trailing, cream-white bracts carried on flat corymbs measuring 25cm (10in) in diameter. The flowering is extraordinary but may take 3 to 4 years to appear. The foliage is deciduous, with dark green, heart-shaped leaves measuring 10 to 20cm (4 to 8in), opposite in arrangement and sometimes with a toothed margin.
Schizophragma integrifolium has medium hardiness and will struggle to survive below - 15°C (59°F). Schizophragma does not like dry or chalky soils. If necessary, add organic matter to maintain moisture. Plant it against a support, such as the trunk of a large tree or a shaded wall. While it prefers a shaded and protected position, it needs light to flower properly, with the morning sun being ideal. This woody climber can also trail along the ground, similar to ivy, and brightens up neglected and dark areas of the garden.
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Schizophragma
integrifolia
Hydrangeaceae
Chinese Hydrangea vine
China
Planting and care
Schisophragma integrifolium has a medium hardiness and will struggle to survive temperatures below -15°C (5°F). Schizophragma does not like dry or limestone soils. If necessary, add organic matter to maintain moisture. Plant it in autumn or spring. Dig a hole at least 50 cm (20in) deep and mix the organic matter with the original soil. A humus-rich, clayey, moist but well-drained soil is ideal. The best exposure is partial shade. However, you can place them in the sun, but protect the base from direct sunlight. Avoid excessively hot areas and the setting sun. Regular fertilizer applications will benefit this demanding plant. Staking is necessary until the aerial roots establish a good grip. Light pruning should be done at the end of winter to remove faded flowers from the previous season and prevent damage during freezing temperatures. Optionally, remove unruly or tangled stems in autumn.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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