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Solanum laxum 'Coldham' (Potato vine 'Coldham')
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2 hours care
per year
per year
6m
Max height
Max height
2m
Max spread
Max spread
5-10 years
To maturity
To maturity
Low
Toxicity
Toxicity
Plant details
Botanical name
Solanum laxum 'Coldham'
Other names
Potato vine 'Coldham', Solanum jasminoides 'Coldham'
Genus
Solanum Solanum
Variety or Cultivar
'Coldham' _ 'Coldham' is a scrambling, semi-evergreen, perennial climber with glossy, narrowly ovate to lance-shaped, dark green leaves, sometimes lobed or divided into ovate leaflets at the base. In summer and autumn, small clusters of fragrant, star-shaped, pale purple flowers turn white with age.
Solanum laxum 'Coldham' is: Semi evergreen
Habit
Climbing
Toxicity
May cause severe discomfort if ingested. Wear gloves when handling. Wash hands thoroughly after working with this plant.
Flower
White, Pale-purple in Summer
Foliage
Dark-green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Aphids , Glasshouse red spider mite Aphids , Glasshouse red spider mite
Grey mould , Tomato spotted wilt Grey mould , Tomato spotted wilt
General care
Pruning
Provide support and tie in stems regularly. Pruning group 12 after flowering.
Propagation methods
Semi-hardwood cuttings
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Where to grow
Solanum laxum 'Coldham' (Potato vine 'Coldham') will reach a height of 6m and a spread of 2m after 5-10 years.
Suggested uses
Beds and borders, City, Cottage/Informal, Low Maintenance, Wallside and trellises
Cultivation
Grow in moist but well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil in full sun. Protect from winter winds and heavy frosts. Under glass, grow in loam-based compost in full light with shade from hot sun. In growth, water freely, feed monthly, mist daily, and provide moderate humidity.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Sandy
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South, West
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
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Botanical name
Solanum laxum 'Coldham'
Other names
Potato vine 'Coldham', Solanum jasminoides 'Coldham'
Genus
Solanum Solanum
Variety or Cultivar
'Coldham' _ 'Coldham' is a scrambling, semi-evergreen, perennial climber with glossy, narrowly ovate to lance-shaped, dark green leaves, sometimes lobed or divided into ovate leaflets at the base. In summer and autumn, small clusters of fragrant, star-shaped, pale purple flowers turn white with age.
Native to
Garden origin
Foliage
Semi evergreen
Habit
Climbing
Toxicity
May cause severe discomfort if ingested. Wear gloves when handling. Wash hands thoroughly after working with this plant.
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Colour
Flower
White, Pale-purple in Summer
Foliage
Dark-green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Aphids , Glasshouse red spider mite
Specific diseases
Grey mould , Tomato spotted wilt
General care
Pruning
Provide support and tie in stems regularly. Pruning group 12 after flowering.
Propagation methods
Semi-hardwood cuttings
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Where to grow
Solanum laxum 'Coldham' (Potato vine 'Coldham') will reach a height of 6m and a spread of 2m after 5-10 years.
Suggested uses
Beds and borders, City, Cottage/Informal, Low Maintenance, Wallside and trellises
Cultivation
Grow in moist but well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil in full sun. Protect from winter winds and heavy frosts. Under glass, grow in loam-based compost in full light with shade from hot sun. In growth, water freely, feed monthly, mist daily, and provide moderate humidity.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Sandy
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South, West
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
USDA zones
Zone 10, Zone 9, Zone 8
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