A large, scrambling, semi-evergreen climbing shrub with finely-pointed, ovate leaves 5-12cm in length, and fragrant violet-blue flowers 2.5cm in width, in large open clusters. Fruit 6mm, creamy-white. Join the RHS today and save 25% All ratings refer to the UK growing conditions unless otherwise stated.

Solanum crispum 'Glasnevin' flowers more prolifically, and is hardier than other species. Grow in moist but well-drained soil. To propagate, take cuttings from summer to early autumn. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit (AGM). Solanum ‘Glasnevin’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Produces flowers 2.5cm (1in) across in terminal clusters to 15cm (6in) across. Suitable for: Wall trained shrubs and less vigorous climbers. Action: For climbers 'spur prune' by cutting back 3-4 buds of the permanent framework. For wall trained shrubs cut back flowered shoots to within 2-4 buds of permanent framework.

Grow in moist but well-drained soil in sun/part shade.

Solanum crispum 'Glasnevin' is a large, scrambling, semi-evergreen, exotic-looking beauty. A classy alternative to the blousy and more tender Bougainvillea, Solanum adds height to a garden without taking up too much room. Fragrant, lilac-mauve flowers with pointed yellow centres are held in large, open clusters from mid-summer until mid-autumn.

Deep purple-blue, scented blooms appear in generous clusters from summer to autumn creating a pretty spectacular display. These are followed by yellowish-white fruits. The dark green leaves will usually stay on the plant in milder winters, but will drop if the temperatures become too low.

Deep purple-blue, scented blooms appear in generous clusters from summer to autumn creating a pretty spectacular display. These are followed by yellowish-white fruits. The dark green leaves …

Solanum 'Glasnevin' is a vigorous evergreen or semi-evergreen climber, which means it retains the majority of its oval, dark-green leaves all year round, depending on position and severity of the winter. It will grow and flower for many years producing and abundance of exotic, delicately fragrant blue-purple flowers followed by clusters of dark ...

Solanum crispum Glasnevin, Chilean Purple Potato Bush / Vine. The Glasnevin Potato Vine is a wiry, vigorous climber that is ideal for covering up a sunny wall at the back of a border. It is evergreen in most parts of the UK, only shedding its leaves in cold winters up North.

Vigorous semi-evergreen scrambling shrub. Slightly fragrant rich purple-blue flowers with bright yellow beaks are produced very freely July to September. A nice select climber that can be …