Queen's Wreath 'Pink'

Plant Type: vine
Plant Height: 30-40 feet
Spread: 10-30 feet
Flower Color: pinkish-purple
Sun Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Shade

Queen's Wreath 'Pink' (Petrea volubilis 'Pink') – A Stunning Tropical Vine for Vibrant Garden Displays

Queen’s Wreath 'Pink,' scientifically known as Petrea volubilis 'Pink,' is a tropical perennial vine from Central and South America, valued for its profuse pinkish-purple, star-shaped flowers and its striking presence in garden landscapes. Known for its ornamental appeal, Queen’s Wreath 'Pink' is perfect for creating a lush, tropical vibe in warm climates.

Key Features of Queen's Wreath 'Pink'

1. Spectacular Flowers: The vine produces abundant cascading clusters of star-shaped flowers, typically in a vibrant pinkish-purple. These stunning racemes can grow up to a foot long, creating a dramatic display, especially in spring. The blooms attract butterflies and bees, adding pollinator interest to the garden.

2. Unique Foliage: The vine’s rough, sandpaper-like leaves are oval-shaped and dark green, providing a lush background for its delicate flowers and enhancing its tropical appearance.

3. Vigorous Growth: Queen’s Wreath 'Pink' is a vigorous climber, making it ideal for covering arbors, trellises, fences, and pergolas, or for use as a natural privacy screen in the landscape.

Growing Queen's Wreath 'Pink'

1. Light Requirements: This vine thrives in full sun, which encourages more abundant flowering. It can tolerate partial shade but may bloom less profusely.

2. Soil and Watering Needs: Queen’s Wreath 'Pink' prefers well-drained soil and requires regular watering, especially in dry periods. Consistent moisture helps promote healthy growth and continuous flowering.

3. Maintenance: Occasional pruning helps manage the plant’s vigorous growth and encourages more blooms. Prune lightly after each blooming period to shape the vine and stimulate new growth.

4. Cold Sensitivity: In frost-prone areas, grow Queen's Wreath 'Pink' in large containers so it can be moved indoors during colder months. This vine is frost-sensitive and thrives best in USDA Zones 10-11.

Landscaping with Queen's Wreath 'Pink'

• Arbors and Trellises: Use Queen’s Wreath to create a vibrant, flower-covered arbor or trellis that serves as an eye-catching focal point in the garden.
• Natural Privacy Screen: Its dense foliage and extensive growth make it ideal as a green screen or natural privacy barrier.
• Container Gardening: For areas with cooler winters, grow Queen’s Wreath in containers so it can be moved indoors when temperatures drop.

Why Choose Queen's Wreath 'Pink'?

For gardeners in warm climates, Queen’s Wreath 'Pink' adds an exotic touch with its cascading pink-purple blooms and lush, tropical foliage. Its ability to attract pollinators and enhance garden structures with vibrant color and texture makes it a go-to choice for anyone looking to elevate their outdoor spaces with a show-stopping tropical vine. Whether draping over a pergola or climbing up a trellis, Queen’s Wreath 'Pink' offers year-round interest and beauty.

Three Timbers Installation Guide (Feel Free to Follow): Queen's Wreath 'Pink'

Planting Guide:

• Location: Full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight for optimal growth and blooming)
• Soil: Well-drained, loamy or slightly acidic soil (pH 6.0-7.5)
• Spacing: Space plants 3-4 feet apart to allow for their sprawling growth and to accommodate their climbing nature
• Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the root ball, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil surface
• Support: Queen’s Wreath requires a trellis, fence, or other support to climb and spread as it produces cascading pink flowers

Watering Guide:

Watering After Planting:

• Initial Watering: Water thoroughly immediately after planting to saturate the root ball and surrounding soil
• Frequency: Water every 4-5 days for the first 2-3 weeks to help establish the root system
• Watering Amount: Provide 2-3 inches of water per session for deep watering

When is the Plant Established?

• Timeframe: Queen's Wreath 'Pink' is considered established after 3-4 months when the roots have spread into the surrounding soil

Watering Once Established:

• Summer: Water every 7-10 days during the hotter months. If temperatures exceed 100°F, increase watering to every 5-7 days. Provide 2-3 inches of water per session.
• Winter: Water every 3-4 weeks during the cooler months, depending on rainfall.

Drip Irrigation Setup:

• Placement of Emitters: Place the drip emitters 12-18 inches away from the base of the plant for deep watering of the root zone
• Flow Rate: Use emitters with a flow rate of 2-4 gallons per hour
• Number of Emitters: 1-2 emitters per plant for even watering distribution
• Adjusting Frequency: In summer, increase watering to every 5-7 days. In winter, reduce to every 3-4 weeks