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CAMPSIS
Commonly known as Trumpet creeper, Trumpet vine
All JUL-SEP
Genus of 2 species of vigorous, woody, deciduous climbers usually climbing by aerial roots. They originate from woodland in China and North America.
Their exotic appearance belies their ease of growing given a south-facing warm wall.
Further Reading....
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DeciduousPinnate leaves with oval leaflets.
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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, woody climber, usually climbing by aerial roots. Showy, trumpet- or funnel-shaped flowers 6-8cm (2½-3in) long.
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Against a wallIn colder areas grow against a warm wall in full sun.
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Full sun
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Partial shadeCan tolerate some shade in warmer areas.
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Additional FeaturesPests & DiseasesScale insects, mealy bugs, whiteflies, powdery mildew, leaf spot.Place of originChina, North America.Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soil
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Campsis – Growing Guide
Buy Varieties of CAMPSIS

CAMPSIS grandiflora
Chinese trumpet vine
deep orange-red trumpet-shaped flowers

CAMPSIS radicans
Common trumpet vine
brilliant orange and scarlet trumpets

CAMPSIS radicans 'Flamenco'
Common trumpet vine
bright orange flowers often earlier in the year than the other varieties

CAMPSIS radicans 'Indian Summer'
Common trumpet vine
deep orange flowers on the outside and orange-red on the inside. Very floriferous

CAMPSIS radicans 'Yellow Trumpet'
Trumpet vine
('Flava') - vigorous climber for south facing wall


CAMPSIS x tagliabuana 'Madame Galen'
Trumpet vine
Hardy and vigorous climber flowering in late summer. Salmon-red trumpets
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