Figwort (Asarina scandens) ah-SAR-in-ah SKAN-denz Genus:  Asarina A half-hardy perennial, this sophisticated climber grows to 8 feet tall. It has a profuse show of 1.5-inch indigo, violet, pink, or white flowers. It's great for the cold greenhouse or conservatory, and will often bloom until the end of the year unless there is a hard frost. Noteworthy Characteristics:  Profuse and long bloomer. Easy from seed. Care:  Prefers fertile, well-drained, sandy soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation:  Sow seed at 61°F in early spring, or root tip cuttings in summer. Self-sows. Problems:  Infrequent.

Overview

Height 6 ft. to 10 ft. Growth Pace Moderate Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Dry to Medium Maintenance Moderate Characteristics Showy Flowers Bloom Time Fall, Summer Flower Color Blue, Pink, Purple, White Uses Beds and Borders, Indoor Plant, Trellis Seasonal Interest Summer Interest Type Vines