1 named cultivar

‘Pink Supreme’Pink Bower Vine

vine

Bower vine

Pandorea jasminoides

The Story

Plant Bio

Pandorea jasminoides, the bower vine, is a vigorous evergreen climber endemic to the subtropical and warm temperate rainforest margins of eastern Australia. It climbs by twining its woody stems around support structures, bearing glossy, dark green compound leaves that provide a dense backdrop for its large, trumpet-shaped flowers.

The white to pale pink flowers feature a contrasting deep magenta, hairy throat and are produced in clusters from spring through summer. Unlike many other climbers, this species lacks tendrils, relying entirely on its twining stems to ascend trellises, fences, or native canopies.

Uses & Benefits:

Produces large, showy trumpet-shaped flowers with contrasting magenta throats against glossy, evergreen foliage.

Serves as a fast-growing screening plant for fences, trellises, and pergolas in coastal or warm temperate zones.

Provides dense shelter and nesting sites for small native birds, while flowers support native bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Vine

Height

197 inches

Width

197 inches

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

9, 10

Water

Moderate

Humidity

High to moderate

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Eastern Australia

Toxicity

Non-toxic

Planting

How to Grow

Plant in a position receiving full sun to partial shade, ensuring the site has highly permeable, well-drained soil.
Install a strong, durable trellis or support structure capable of carrying the heavy weight of a mature woody vine.
Water regularly during the establishment phase, maintaining consistent soil moisture without allowing the roots to sit in waterlogged soil.
Apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser and organic mulch around the root zone in early spring.

Pro Tip

Prune immediately after the main summer flowering flush, but avoid cutting back into old, leafless woody stems as they lack dormant nodes and will fail to regenerate.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Prune hard annually after the summer flowering flush to maintain shape and encourage dense new growth.
Provide a robust support structure that can withstand the weight of mature woody stems.
Protect young plants and tender new growth from frost in cooler climates.

Don't

Do not prune deeply into old, leafless woody stems, as they will fail to regenerate.
Do not plant in poorly drained or waterlogged soils where roots will rot.
Avoid growing in deep shade, which causes leggy growth and severely limits flowering.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Pest Check
Propagate
Prune
Winter Prep

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Trellis climberFences and pergolasCoastal gardensScreeningNative gardens

Companion Plants

Hardenbergia violaceaAphanopetalum resinosum

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Bower vine questions

What zones can Bower vine grow in?

Bower vine is hardy in USDA Zones 9–10. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

When does Bower vine bloom?

Bower vine typically blooms in spring through summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Bower vine need full sun?

Bower vine does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is Bower vine drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Bower vine handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.