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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeclimber
Distribution
Lablab purpureus (Dolichos Lablab)
hyacinth bean
Flower Colors
Description
A fast-growing, twining perennial climber with mid- to dark green leaves with three leaflets up to 15cm long. In summer and autumn it produces sprays of fragrant, purple or white pea-like flowers, followed by edible green pods often flushed with purple
Mature Height
4m
Mature Spread
1m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Climbing
Growth Speed
Very Fast · 1.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H3
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 9-11
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Generally pest-freeCottage and informal gardenPatio and container plants