Trumpet Vine

Trumpet vine is a vigorous, woody, clinging vine that attaches itself to structures using aerial rootlets. Tubular, bright orange flowers bloom throughout the summer and are followed by long, bean-like seed pods. The attractive compound leaves are dark shiny green.

Trumpet vine is a good option for a vine to grow on a fence or screen. It also attracts hummingbirds.

Trumpet Vine

Trumpet vine is a vigorous, woody, clinging vine that attaches itself to structures using aerial rootlets. Tubular, bright orange flowers bloom throughout the summer and are followed by long, bean-like seed pods. The attractive compound leaves are dark shiny green.

Trumpet vine is a good option for a vine to grow on a fence or screen. It also attracts hummingbirds.

Plant details
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Botanic Name

Campsis radicans

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Pronunciation

KAMP-sis RAD-ee-kans

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Mature Height

25 to 40 ft.

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Mature Spread

5 to 10 ft.

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Water usage
Water Usage

One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.

Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.

Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.

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Flower Color

yellow-orange, scarlet

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Bloom time

summer

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Colorado Native

No

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Natural Habitat

southeastern United States

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Light Requirements

full sun to part shade

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Cold Hardiness

USDA zones 4-9

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Elevation Limit

hardy to 7,000 ft.

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