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CAMPSIS radicans
Commonly known as Common trumpet vine
Brilliant orange and scarlet trumpets
Further Reading....
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DeciduousDark-green, pinnate leaves, 2.5-10cm (1-4in) long, composed of 7-11 toothed leaflets.
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OrangeOrange and scarlet -
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Height10m (33ft) -
ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clingingVigorous. Produces terminal bunches of 4-12 slender flowers
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Against a wallIn colder areas grow against a warm wall in full sun.
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Partial shadeCan tolerate some shade in warmer areas.
CAMPSIS radicans
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Additional Features
Good to knowSyn. Bignonia radicans. Train and tie in shoots until aerial roots have taken hold. Wildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects.
Pests & DiseasesScale insects, mealy bugs, whiteflies, powdery mildew, leaf spot.
Place of originSoutheastern USA.Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus. -
Flower ShapeTubularTubular-trumpet-shaped flowers 6-8cm (2½-3in)
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Pruning group
Pruning group 8Suitable for: Wall trained shrubs and less vigorous climbers.
Action: For climbers 'spur prune' by cutting back 3-4 buds of the permanent framework. For wall trained shrubs cut back flowered shoots to within 2-4 buds of permanent framework.
When: Annually after flowers if on previous year's growth, or in late Winter or Spring if on current year's growth.
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Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soil
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Wildlife
Bee friendly
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Campsis – Growing Guide
Buy Varieties of CAMPSIS radicans
CAMPSIS radicans 'Flamenco'
Common trumpet vine
bright orange flowers often earlier in the year than the other varieties
Gift-wrapping available
£17.50 each
CAMPSIS radicans 'Indian Summer'
Common trumpet vine
deep orange flowers on the outside and orange-red on the inside. Very floriferous
Gift-wrapping available
£17.50 each
CAMPSIS radicans 'Yellow Trumpet'
Trumpet vine
('Flava') - vigorous climber for south facing wall
Gift-wrapping available
£17.50 each
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