Rangoon Vine
COMMON NAMES: Rangoon vine, Ragoon Creeper, Drunken Sailor, Scarlet Rangoon
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Quisqualis indica
TYPE: Tender evergreen
REQUIRES: Sun
HEIGHT: 30’+
SPREAD: 30’+
SPACING: 20′
HABIT: Gorgeous, lush, root hardy, fast growing twining vine, with very fragrant flower clusters of white, pink, & red flowers all summer & fall. Flowers open white, change to pink, then bright red over a 2-3 day period, sun. Fairly drought tolerant.
CULTURE: Average water and fertilizer needs. Once established is drought tolerant. Easy to grow from seeds or transplants in the spring. Likes rich healthy soils. Must have full sun. Native to Asia but will perennialize in zone 8 and maybe even farther north.
USES: Fast growing colorful vine, attracts butterflies, adds evening garden fragrance.
PROBLEMS: Can become invasive.
NOTES: Vine that should be used more. Very dramatic.