Millettia

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Woody, twining branches of shiny, leathery leaves and fragrant flower clusters. Requires support of an arbor, pergola, trellis or fence to climb. Grows quickly once established. May rebloom if deadheaded. Prune in spring. Prefers well-drained soil.

Companion Plants

Spreading Juniper

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Spreading Juniper

Junipers are wonderfully easy to grow. There are many sizes and shapes available to fit any landscape need. Most are hardy, durable, and require little maintenance. Evergreen foliage contrasts strikingly with other juniper, redtwig dogwood, and barberry. Tolerates any well-drained soil type.

Common Boxwood

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Common Boxwood

Handsome evergreen shrub is very tolerant of pruning and shaping. Well-suited for topiary, entryways or hedging. Flowers in spring are insignificant but very fragrant. Prune in summer. Prefers fertile, well-drained soil and some shade.

Yaupon Holly

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Yaupon Holly

Broadleaf evergreen shrub. Dwarf spreading habit with tiny, lustrous leaves. Self-fruiting form. Red fruit ripens in fall.

Details

Common name

Millettia

Botanical name

Millettia reticulata

Zone

USDA 7 - 10

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Bloom color

Purple

Bloom time

summer

Light

sun

Height

12-15' (3.5-4.5 m)

Habit

vining

Water

1-2 times per week

Feed

once a month

Maintenance

protect from winter winds