Aristolochia Gigantea – Giant Dutchman’s Pipe

Description

Aristolochia Gigantea

Aristolochia grandiflora Gigantea, also known as ‘Giant Dutchman’s Pipe‘ or ‘Giant Pelican Flower’. A fast growing woody evergreen twining climber with heart-shaped leaves. The flowers are up to 30 cm deep, and  are burgundy velvet in colour mottled with distinctive ivory white veins. Best grown in a conservatory or greenhouse.

Name: Aristolochia grandiflora Gigantea

Approx. Height and spread: 8-12 x 8M

Position: Sun – Part Shade

Soil Ph: Neutral

Moisture: Moist but well–drained soil

Hardiness: Not frost hardy – can be grown outside in the summer.