Campsis radicans is also known as trumpet creeper or trumpet vine. It is native to the southeastern states of the USA. It is a common plant in temperate climates, where it is grown for its ornamental flowers.
This vine is well-adapted to temperate climates, and really gives a tropical touch when in full bloom. Moreover, it is a flower of choice for hummingbirds, which adds to its interest. It can be grown in USDA zones 6 and warmer, and will withstand negative temperatures down to about -5°F. (-20°C)
Leaves are decidious, dark-green, serrated, pinnate (with 7 to 11 oval leaflets).
Flowers appear in summer. They are trumpet-shaped and grouped in terminal clusters of 4-12 flowers. They can be yellow, orange or red.
Fruits are flattened pods that contain many winged seeds.
Campsis radicans requiert les expositions suivantes : lumière,soleil C. radicans can be grown in a fairly large range of soils, but will prefer deep, fertile and well-drained grounds. It can withstand occasional droughts once established.
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Category - vine
Dimensions
Height 10.00 m
Width 10.00 m
Minimum temperatures
The plant is likely to die as soon as temperature is below -20.0 °C
Leaves and other aerial parts are damaged as soon as temperatures drops to -15.0 °C
Exposure - light, full sun
Leaves - decidious
Flowers - Color(s) : orange, pink, red
Propagation - cutting, grafting, layering, offset, seeds This plant can be propagated by seeds, ripe-wood cuttings (in summer) or air-layers.
Toxicity No or unknown toxicity.
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