Trumpet creeper (Campsis radicans) KAMP-sis RAD-ih-kanz Synonyms:  Bignonia radicans Genus:  Campsis

Trumpet creeper is a vigorous climber with clusters of  trumpet-shaped orange to red flowers from late summer to autumn.

Noteworthy Characteristics: 

Needs a strong support and room to grow. May take several years to flower. Attracts hummingbirds. Native to the southeastern U.S.

Care: 

Grows well in poor soil. Train young shoots onto a trellis. Where borderline hardy, plant against a south facing wall. Very adaptable.

Propagation: 

Sow seed in autumn in a cold frame. Root leaf-bud cuttings in spring or semi-ripe cuttings in summer.

Problems: 

Fungal leaf spots, powdery mildew, scale, mealybugs, and whiteflies.

Overview

Height Over 30 ft. Growth Habit Runs Growth Pace Invasive/Aggressive Grower, Moderate Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Adaptable Maintenance Moderate Characteristics Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Native, Showy Flowers, Showy Seed Heads Bloom Time Fall, Late Summer, Summer Flower Color Orange, Red, Salmon Uses Beds and Borders, Trellis Seasonal Interest Summer Interest Type Vines