Snake Vine / Climbing Guinea Flower (Hibbertia scandens)

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Why we love this plant!

A fast-growing, twining native plant that thrives in South East Queensland’s warm and humid climate, Hibbertia scandens is a resilient addition to both coastal and inland gardens. Its large, golden-yellow flowers bloom in late spring and summer, providing a valuable nectar source for native bees. This plant works well as a groundcover for erosion control or as a climbing vine for fences, trellises, and garden structures. It is well-suited to sandy and loamy soils, tolerating coastal winds and salt spray, making it an excellent choice for gardens in beachside areas.

Care Considerations

Watering preferences:

Regular watering during the first growing season may help establish a strong root system.
Once established, it is drought tolerant but may benefit from occasional deep watering.

Mulching preferences:

Applying mulch may help retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Fertilising preferences:

Fertilisation may improve foliage growth but can reduce flowering.

Pruning preferences:

Pruning is essential to control growth and shape if required.

Good to Know:

Fast-growing and adaptable to South East Queensland conditions, making it useful as a ground cover or climbing plant.
Can spread quickly, so pruning may be needed to manage its growth.
Attracts native bees and butterflies, supporting local pollination.

Plant Details

Common uses:	Border planting, Pollinator-friendly, Seasonal colour, Drought hardy/tolerant, Low maintenance garden, Robust/Hardy, Coastal garden, Rocky or dry gardens (Xeriscape), Erosion control, Nitrogen fixing, Textural interest, and Trailing plant
Expected Height Range:	0.5 m - 3 m
Spread Range:	1 m - 5 m
Preferred positioning:	Full sun, Partial sun, and Partial shade
Flower Season/s:	Summer and Spring
Flower Colour/s:
Plant life cycle:	Perennial
Habitat:	Native to southeastern New South Wales through to northeast Queensland. It is commonly found in coastal dune forests, wet sclerophyll woodlands and forests, as well as coastal shrublands and heathlands. It often grows in sandy soils.
Leaf information:	Large, bright green, oval leaves with a slightly leathery texture.
Preferred Soil:	Prefers dry, well-drained to moist, moderately drained soils.

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