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Figwort (Asarina scandens): Half-Hardy Climber with Indigo to White Flowers

Figwort (Asarina scandens) is a half-hardy perennial climber to 8 feet with profuse 1.5-inch indigo, violet, pink, or white flowers. Great for cold greenhouse or conservatory; often blooms until year-end unless hard frost. Profuse, long bloomer; easy from seed.

Care

Soil: Fertile, well-drained, sandy.
Light: Full sun or partial shade.

Propagation & Problems

Sow seed at 61°F in early spring, or root tip cuttings in summer. Self-sows. Infrequent problems.

Quick Reference

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

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