Light Preference
Full Sun: Prefers at least 6-8 hours of sunlight, with 0-30% shade.
Water Preference
Moderate Water: Prefers soil to be slightly damp or moist, and allowed to dry out slightly between water sessions. Frequent watering, sometimes once or twice daily, is usually needed.
Soil Requirements
Best planted in restricted spots like between a wall and concrete pavement, cat’s claw vines are easy to grow in almost any type of soil. This woody vine prefers well-drained soil and will tolerate desert climates with infrequent watering. Unlike more delicate plants, cat’s claw grows best in poor soil, sandy soil, or clay.
Fertilizer Needs
In desert climates, deeply water cat’s claw once per month. In especially hot desert areas, the plant may need more frequent watering to prevent burning on the leaves. If necessary, fertilize in late winter with a 10-10-10 balanced fertilizer. Cat’s claw vines are an extremely popular plant in hot and dry zones.
