Campsis radicans
vineZones 4–9nativedeer resistantVigorous native vine with clusters of orange-red trumpet flowers that attract hummingbirds all summer. Climbs by aerial rootlets. Can be aggressive but is easily controlled.
Cut back to main framework in early spring. Trumpet vine blooms on new wood so hard pruning encourages more flowers.
Dig or cut suckers emerging away from the main plant. These can appear many feet away.
Guide growth onto intended support. Cut aerial rootlets off surfaces where vine is not wanted.
Cut off long seed pods to reduce self-sowing.
Premier hummingbird vine -- the tubular red flowers are perfectly adapted for hummingbird pollination. Native plant supporting specialized native insects.
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