DUTCHMAN'S PIPE Aristolochia elegans

Traditionally used to porches, Dutchman's Pipe has become a collector's favorite plant, and it's easy to see why. The exotic and large red flowers can be grown in cool locations, and the gently twining s take care of themselves, providing and camouflage with it's large heart-shaped bright-green leaves. Plants are very easy to grow, and as they are perennials, they return each year without replanting.

Type: Hardy perennial

Location: Sun or part

Hardiness zones: 8-10

Bloom time: Summer

Note: Poisonous. Please keep these seeds and plants in a safe place.

Seeds per pack: 5

Germination: Soak seeds for 24 hours before planting. Place the seeds just under the surface of the soil, and cover the container or keep in a dark location. Seeds can take 1-4 month to germinate, so be sure to check on them for growth periodically, and bring them to a sunny location once growth begins.