Hardenbergia vine seeds

Hardenbergia vine seeds
Common name   Coral vine
Botanical name   Hardenbergia
Details   Vigorous evergreen climber native to Australia. Requires a warm, sheltered location. Can grow in dry conditions. Purple or pink and white flowers loved by bees in early spring.
Drought tolerance  
Evergreen  
Frost sensitive  
Nitrogen fixer  
Perennial  
Tags     flowers  N fixer  purple  tender  vine 
Price   $3.90  20 seeds
Flowers   Pink / purple
Hardenbergia, commonly known as the "Happy Wanderer" or "Lilac Vine," is a versatile and attractive vine plant native to Australia. It belongs to the legume family (Fabaceae) and is valued for its ornamental qualities and various uses in landscaping and gardening. Here are some of the uses and qualities of Hardenbergia vine plants:
  1. Ornamental Beauty: Hardenbergia plants are prized for their beautiful flowers and foliage. They typically produce cascading clusters of pea-shaped flowers in shades of purple, lavender, pink, and white, depending on the variety. The lush, dark green leaves add to the plant's overall attractiveness.
  2. Climbing and Ground Cover: Hardenbergia is an excellent climbing vine that can be trained to grow along trellises, fences, and walls. It can also serve as a ground cover, spreading across garden beds and slopes to provide a colourful and low-maintenance carpet of greenery and flowers.
  3. Landscape Design: Hardenbergia is commonly used in landscape design to add vertical interest and colour to gardens and outdoor spaces. It can be planted as a standalone feature, integrated into mixed borders, or used to cover unsightly structures like fences.
  4. Drought Tolerance: Hardenbergia plants are well-known for their tolerance to dry conditions, making them suitable for water-wise and xeriscape gardens. Once established, they can withstand periods of drought, reducing the need for frequent watering.
  5. Attracts Pollinators: The vibrant flowers of Hardenbergia attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, contributing to the overall biodiversity and health of the garden.
  6. Low Maintenance: Hardenbergia is relatively low maintenance, especially once it is established. It requires minimal pruning, and its hardy nature makes it resistant to many pests and diseases.
  7. Versatility: With various cultivars available, Hardenbergia offers options for different garden sizes and preferences. Some varieties are more compact, making them suitable for containers or smaller spaces, while others are more vigorous and can cover larger areas.
  8. Seasonal Interest: Depending on the climate, Hardenbergia can bloom in late winter through spring, adding a burst of colour to the garden during the cooler months.
  9. Erosion Control: When used as ground cover on slopes and embankments, Hardenbergia's extensive root system helps control erosion by stabilizing the soil.

Scarification - Preparing hard tree seeds for planting

Many trees have seeds with extremely hard coatings. This allows them to remain viable for a long time, waiting for a trigger such as fire or abrasion due to erosion to activate the growing stage. These seeds require some form of scarification to encourage germination.

This is typical of several leguminous, pod bearing tree species such as tagasaste, locust, laburnum, carob etc.

There are several ways to perform the scarification prior to planting the seeds.
Purple Coral Pea Shrub

Purple Coral Pea Shrub

Common name   Purple Coral Pea Shrub
Botanical name   Hardenbergia violacea
Family   Fabaceae
Height (m)   2
Flowers   Purple
Drought tolerance  
Evergreen  
Nitrogen fixer  
Perennial  
Shade / Sun   Full sun - part shade
Soil type   Light