Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000272
11/12/99
Campsis radicans--Trumpet Creeper, Trumpet Vine
Hardiness Zones: 4 to 9
Height: 30 ft Spread: 30 ft Form: spreading
Type: deciduous vine
Annual Growth Rate: more than 18 inches
Flowers: Orange
Comments: This is a rampant, clinging vine producing
trumpet-shaped (Vis. 1) flowers in summer that attract
hummingbirds. A tough vine for hot and dry sites. The
invasive nature of the plant makes it hard to get rid of.
Ants often live on trumpet vine and are sometimes found
objectionable by gardeners.
Cultivars:
'Crimson Trumpet' - Dark red flowers.
'Flamenco' - Red flowers.
'Flava' - Same vigorous growth habit but with yellow
flowers.
'Yellow Trumpet' - Bright yellow flowers.
References for Cultivars: Weston Nurseries 1999, Bailey
Nurseries 1999, Princeton Nurseries 1997, Monrovia Nursery
Company 1997, White Flower Farm 1999, Wayside Gardens 1999,
Lake County Nursery 1999, Berryhill Nurseries 1999, Gee
Farms 1999, Midwest Groundcovers 1999, Willoway Nurseries
1999.
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