This vigorous vine has slender twining stems that form a dense cover over structures. It has glossy green divided leaves and the pinkish funnel-shaped flowers appear profusely in a cluster during spring. 

Hardiness zones 9 to 11

Pandorea jasminoides is naturally found from Asia to Australia and New Caledonia, preferring a well drained humus rich moist soil. It grows in a semi shaded to sunny protected position and is frost and drought tolerant. 

The Bower of Beauty Vine is grown for its flowers and climbing habit. It is trained over wire fences or on a pergola for shade and for screening. It has a fast growth rate and establishes in 1-2 years and is moderately long lived. This vine can be grown in patio pots or tubs and used as a spill-over above a retaining wall. It tolerates a semi-shaded position, but the foliage becomes sparse. ID 564

Pandorea (păn-DO-dee-a) jasminoides (yăs-min-OI-deez)

“Pandorea”, from Greek, meaning “all gifted” (after “Pandora’s box” of mythology); “jasminoides”, Latin, meaning “like jasmine”.

Bignoniaceae (BIG-non-AY-see-ee)