
Dhara Seeds
Appleberry Seeds (Billardiera scandens)
1499
Estimated delivery between Marsch 27 and Marsch 30.
Grow your own Appleberry (Billardiera scandens), a rare and delightful climbing vine native to Australia, known for its sweet, apple-like fruits. This evergreen, twining plant produces bell-shaped, pale yellow to purple flowers in spring, followed by elongated, purple or green fruits with a soft, juicy texture and a flavor reminiscent of apples and kiwifruit. Perfect for edible landscapes, trellises, or container gardening, Appleberry is a hardy and drought-tolerant vine that attracts pollinators and adds ornamental beauty to any garden.
- Features:
- Delicious, Edible Fruits: Sweet, juicy, and flavorful with an apple-like taste.
- Ornamental Blooms: Bell-shaped yellow to purple flowers attract pollinators.
- Hardy & Drought-Tolerant: Thrives in various climates with minimal care.
- Versatile Growth: Ideal for trellises, fences, or containers.
- Specifications:
- Botanical Name: Billardiera scandens
- Common Name: Appleberry, Apple Dumpling, Snotberry
- Plant Type: Climbing vine
- Height: 6–10 feet (with support)
- Fruit Size: 1–2 inches long
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, sandy to loamy soil
- Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Watering Needs: Low to moderate; drought-resistant once established
- Germination Time: 4–8 weeks (cold stratification may improve germination)
- Harvest Time: Late summer to autumn