Description
Large, fast growing deciduous climber (H 3-7 m, W 1-2 m). Leaves elongate ovate (4-6 cm), smooth, dark green, underneath light blue-green. Flowers numerous, in whorled inflorescence, tube-shaped (3-5 cm), variegated, at first distinctly bright red-pink and white, later light yellow, scented. Flowering period: May-June. Attracts butterflies and bees. Needs humus-rich, light and always moist soils.