Solanum crispum 'Glasnevin' - 80-100 CM C1.5

Description
The Chile-Kartoffel 'Glasnevin' (Solanum crispum) is a climbing, overhanging garden plant that produces purple-coloured flowers. They appear from June to September. These produce creamy white fruits. The Chile-Kartoffel 'Glasnevin' also has lanceolate, dark green leaves. In a sunny location with well-drained, humus-rich, loose soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 3 m and grows to a width of approx. 80 cm.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Solanum crispum 'Autumnale'.

Bulletpoints
* suitable for containers

Leaves
The leaves of the Chile-Kartoffel 'Glasnevin' are dark green, lanceolate.

Spread
Chile.

Growth
Chile-Kartoffel 'Glasnevin' is climbing and overhanging in habit.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Wintering out: In the period from mid-May to the end of May - Wintering: October.

Care
Excess water must be able to drain away easily and waterlogging should be avoided at all costs.

Flower
The lilac-coloured flowers appear from June to September.

Use
Tub, conservatory, balcony/terrace