- Rourea
Botanical name: rourea microphylla
Beginner friendly?: no
Average size at maturity: climbs about 13 ft
Bloom time: spring, summer, early fall
Hardy zone: zones 5-9
Flower color: white/yellow/orange
Foliage color: green/yellow/red/orange
Growth rate: can reach fully mature size in 1-2 growing seasons
Pruning instructions: remove dead or damaged limbs and trim to maintain desired shape and size as needed
Propagation methods: cut a stem just below a node and place in water until roots start to emerge
Landscape use: ornamental plant in gardens
Light needs: about 3-6 hours of sun per day
Special features: medical benefits
Watering instructions: allow soil to partially dry between watering sessions
Fertilizing instructions : use 10-10-10 every couple of weeks throughout the growing season
Best time to plant: spring or fall
Best type of soil: adapts to all kinds of soil
Companion plants: raspberries, lavender, onions
Toxicity level: mildly toxic for humans and pets
Invasive species: yes
