Groundcover and Vines – 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