Campsis Radicans, Trumpet Creeper
Campsis radicans, also known as trumpet creeper, is a vigorous, deciduous woody vine that is native to the eastern United States. It is known for its showy trumpet-shaped flowers, which can be red, orange, or yellow. Trumpet creeper blooms in the summer and fall, and its flowers attract a variety of pollinators, including hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees.
Campsis Radicans, Trumpet Creeper
Trumpet creeper is a fast-growing vine that can reach heights of 30 feet or more. It can be grown on fences, trellises, arbors, and other structures. Trumpet creeper is also a good choice for covering walls and unsightly areas.
Trumpet creeper is a relatively low-maintenance plant. It is tolerant of a variety of soil types and conditions, and it is also drought-tolerant. Trumpet creeper does not require much pruning, but it can be pruned to control its size and shape.
Here are some tips for growing trumpet creeper:
- Plant in full sun or partial shade.
- Choose a well-drained soil.
- Water regularly, especially during the first growing season.
- Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Prune in the winter to remove dead or damaged branches and to control the size and shape of the plant.
Trumpet creeper is a beautiful and versatile plant that is a great addition to any garden. It is easy to care for and its showy flowers attract a variety of pollinators.
Additional information:
- Trumpet creeper is a popular choice for planting in urban areas because it can help to reduce air pollution and heat island effect.
- Trumpet creeper is also a good choice for planting in areas that are prone to erosion.
- Trumpet creeper can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed.
- Trumpet creeper is generally pest- and disease-resistant. However, it can be susceptible to scale insects and aphids.
Growing Zones: 4-9 outdoors
Mature Height: | 2-3 ft. |
Sunlight: | Shade to Part Shade Tolerates Full Sun |
Mature width: | 6-12 ft. |
Botanical Name: | Ajuga reptans 'Valfredda' |
Growth Rate: | Fast |