An evergreen, woody, twining climber.
In spring and summer, produces masses of showy, tubular flowers which are usually creamy-white with reddish throats.
It has deep green, leathery, pinnate leaves which are attractive in their own right.
Other varieties include:
'Snowbells' - has pure white flowers that have a slightly musky smell.
'Lemon Bells' - lemon yellow bell-like flowers