{"product_id":"kennedia-nigricans","title":"Kennedia nigricans","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Coral Pea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eKennedia nigricans\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fabaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eWestern Australia (Australian native)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen vigorous climbing or trailing vine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bold and dramatic Australian native climber, \u003cem data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"583\"\u003eKennedia nigricans\u003c\/em\u003e thrives in Adelaide’s Mediterranean climate and is known for its striking black-and-yellow pea flowers that appear from late winter through spring. Exceptionally tough once established, it handles heat, coastal winds, dry soils and low rainfall with ease. This fast-growing vine quickly covers fences, pergolas, arbours and embankments, making it a powerful option for screening or large-scale coverage. Its dark green trifoliate foliage forms a dense backdrop while the unusual bicoloured blooms create a distinctive, eye-catching display. Not fragrant, but lightly herbal when foliage is crushed. A resilient, low-maintenance native ideal for SA gardens needing quick coverage and bold visual impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Twining stems 4–6 m long (can reach 8+ m in ideal conditions); spread varies with support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–120 cm per year under good conditions (very fast)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark to mid-green, leathery trifoliate leaves; may bronze slightly in cold, dry or exposed conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dramatic black-and-yellow pea flowers from late winter–mid spring; highly distinctive and prolific\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1477\" data-start=\"1463\"\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers not fragrant; foliage mildly herbal when handled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late winter and spring flowering provide a dramatic seasonal display; evergreen foliage gives dense coverage year-round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nectar and pollen attract native bees and beneficial insects; dense foliage offers shelter for small birds and lizards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very drought-tolerant once established; excellent heat tolerance; wind-tolerant; coastal-tolerant (second-line, sometimes first-line with good drainage); light frost hardy; tolerant of poor, sandy or limestone soils common across SA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density: \u003c\/strong\u003eClimbers: 1 plant per 2–3 m along fences or structures; Groundcover use: 1 plant per 3–4 m²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally considered non-toxic; ingestion of foliage may cause mild stomach upset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade (best flowering in full sun; tolerates shade once established)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining sandy, loamy or limestone soils; tolerates poor soils; avoid prolonged waterlogging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 2 deep soaks\/week for 8–12 weeks. Established: deep soak every 2-3 weeks in summer; minimal water required in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light prune after flowering to control growth and maintain shape; can be cut back harder in late winter if needed (avoid cutting into very old wood). Apply a light native fertiliser in early spring. Mulch annually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–20+ years in ideal SA conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for Mediterranean and temperate SA — Adelaide Plains, coastal suburbs, Fleurieu, Barossa, northern suburbs and limestone-rich regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to alkaline; tolerates slightly acidic soils with good drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRapid screening along fences, pergolas, arbours or verandahs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoastal native gardens needing tough, fast coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge rockeries, banks or embankments for sprawling groundcover effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDramatic flowering feature in native or bush-style landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine with Grevillea, Hardenbergia, Westringia, Banksia and Eremophila for cohesive native planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its highly unusual black-and-yellow blooms and vigorous, drought-hardy growth, \u003cem data-start=\"4035\" data-end=\"4055\"\u003eKennedia nigricans\u003c\/em\u003e is a standout native climber that thrives in Adelaide’s heat and dry soils. It provides fast, dense coverage, striking seasonal flowers and year-round greenery with almost no ongoing care—perfect for fences, trellises, large screens and tough spots where other climbers may struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"250mm Pot","offer_id":48602202734844,"sku":"KENN-NIGR-250MM","price":51.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/kennedia-nigricans-black-coral-pea-250mm-flower-adelaide-plant-co.jpg?v=1765607711","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/kennedia-nigricans","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}