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Campsis radicans 'Atropurpurea'

Also Known As

  • Red Trumpet Creeper

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

  • H: 20'-40'
  • W: 3'-40'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Campsis radicans 'Atropurpurea' plant details

Campsis radicans 'Atropurpurea' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial vine with green foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Campsis radicans 'Atropurpurea'

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: bignoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 40 FT - wide, 20 FT - 40 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Campsis radicans 'Atropurpurea'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Beautiful red trumpets call out to Hummingbirds wherever this is planted! Not actually purple as the name implies but deep red. Prolific blooms all summer.

Gardening facts about Campsis radicans 'Atropurpurea' plant

How to Grow Campsis radicans 'Atropurpurea'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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