Campsis radicans

Trumpet Creeper

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Vigorous deciduous climbing vine native to North America. Large orange-red trumpet-shaped flowers attract hummingbirds. Requires structural support for its climbing growth habit.
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Plant Details

Common Name Trumpet Creeper
Family Bignoniaceae
Genus Campsis
Species Radicans
Origin North America
Blooming Vigorous flowering; blooms heavily in summer and early fall
Leaf Color Dark green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained, fertile soil tolerant of various pH levels. Loamy or sandy mix preferred.

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Watering

Moderate watering once established, drought tolerant. Water regularly during first year establishment.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required for best flowering, tolerates partial shade but blooms less.

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Fertilization

Low fertilizer needs, apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring before blooming season begins.

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Pruning

Prune hard in late winter to control size and encourage flowering on new wood growth.

Pest Control Aphid Borer Leafhopper Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2500 – 50000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3800
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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