Exotic spurred blooms in bright vermillion red appear throughout summer in a rich explosion of colour the vibrant blooms are followed by spherical blue fruits set against a backdrop of attractive dark green foliage tropaeolum speciosum is an intriguing climbing perennial that prefers a cool sheltered position this sought after plant creates a spectacular sight when grown through mature shrubs or scrambling over low walls height 3m 40103941 spread 12m 4043941