Muehlenbeckia complexa (Maidenhair vine, wire vine) — tiny, star-shaped greenish-white flowers on dense wiry stems of small emerald-green leaves, mid-to-late summer. A good pick for pollinators, full sun or partial shade — bright sun promotes denser foliage growth.
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Product features
Botanical name: Muehlenbeckia complexa
Common name: Maidenhair vine, wire vine, necklace vine, mattress vine
Height: 2.5m – 4.0m if supported; 30-50cm mound if unsupported
Spread: 1.5m – 3.0m
Foliage: Tiny, rounded, violin-shaped emerald-green leaves on wiry reddish-brown stems
Flower: Tiny, star-shaped greenish-white flowers, mid-to-late summer, followed by white fruits on female plants
Attractive to wildlife: Yes — pollen for insects; shelter for small birds
Soil Type: Poor to moderately fertile — chalk, loam, or sand, moist but well-drained
Drought tolerant: Yes, once established
Hardy: Borderline (-5°C); may die back in severe winters, reshoots in spring
Position: Full sun to partial shade — tolerates exposed coastal sites
Evergreen: No; semi-evergreen to deciduous
Suitable for: Coastal landscaping, ground cover, cascading walls, topiary
Materials and care
Light: Full sun or partial shade — bright sun promotes denser foliage
Aspect: South-, west-, or east-facing sheltered or coastal position
Soil type: Poor to moderately fertile — sandy, loamy, or chalky
Drainage: Well-drained soil essential
Watering: Medium to low — water regularly until established
Foliage protection: Provide a trellis if grown as a climber; protect from freezing winds
End of season: Prune back hard in late winter or early spring
Propagation: Semi-ripe cuttings in summer, hardwood cuttings in autumn, or divide suckers
