• Vivid purple Hardenbergia violacea flowers in close-up, displaying intricate details. Photo courtesy of H Miles
  • Close-up of delicate Hardenbergia violacea flowers with vibrant purple petals. Photo courtesy of H Miles
  • Lush Hardenbergia violacea vines with cascading purple flowers against a rural backdrop. Photo courtesy of H Miles
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Purple Coral Pea (Hardenbergia violacea)

Purple Coral Pea (Hardenbergia violacea)

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Why we love this plant!

A hardy and drought-tolerant climber or groundcover, this native pea is well adapted to South East Queensland’s warm climate and varying soil conditions. Flowering in late winter and early spring, it provides an important nectar source for native bees and other pollinators during seasonal transitions. Its fast-growing habit makes it excellent for erosion control, stabilising banks, or providing green cover on fences and trellises. As a nitrogen-fixing plant, it enriches the soil, benefiting surrounding plants. It thrives in both coastal and inland areas, making it a versatile addition to native and wildlife-friendly gardens.

Care Considerations

Watering preferences:

  • Requires low to moderate watering, becoming drought tolerant once established.

Mulching preferences:

  • Applying organic mulch may help retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Fertilising preferences:

  • Fertilisation is generally not required, though a light feed with a balanced fertiliser may encourage more blooms.

Pruning preferences:

  • Pruning is not required but a light trim after flowering may encourage new growth and maintain a neat shape.

Good to Know:

  • Well-suited to South East Queensland’s climate, handling both coastal exposure and seasonal dry periods.
  • Can be used as a ground cover or climbing plant with support. • Pollinator-attracting – visited by Blue-banded Bees (Amegilla cingulata), a key native pollinator.

Plant Details
Common uses: Border planting, Pollinator-friendly, Seasonal colour, Drought hardy/tolerant, Low maintenance garden, Coastal garden, Robust/Hardy, Erosion control, Nitrogen fixing, Trailing plant, Cottage garden, and Textural interest
Expected Height Range: 1 m - 2 m
Spread Range: 1 m - 2 m
Preferred positioning: Full sun, Partial sun, and Partial shade
Flower Season/s: Winter and Spring
Flower Colour/s:
Plant life cycle: Perennial
Habitat: Native to Australia, occurring from Tasmania to Queensland. It is commonly found in woodlands, coastal headlands, and open forests. It thrives in exposed areas and is well-suited for revegetation projects and gardens that mimic natural ecosystems.
Leaf information: Narrow, leathery dark green leaves with prominent veins.
Preferred Soil: Prefers well-drained soils and tolerates sandy or slightly dry conditions, though it should avoid extended waterlogging.
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