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Bignonia capreolata

Also Known As

Anisostichus capreolata
Cross Vine
Quarter Vine
Trumpet Flower

Plant type

vine

size

H: 10'-30'
W: 10'

planting zones

7a-9b

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Bignonia capreolata plant details

Bignonia capreolata is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen vine with green foliage. In spring orange and 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 - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Bignonia capreolata

Plant type: vine
Plant family: bignoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 10 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant, mocha-scented, trellis

GROWING CONDITIONS for Bignonia capreolata

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?One of our southeastern treasures just waiting to be used? (L. Foote), this high-climbing native with its showy 2" yellow and red tubular flowers and mostly evgrn foliage is ideal for walls, large trellises, or fences. S/M

By: Forestfarm

US Native. Crossvine is the common name for Bignonia capreolata. It is a beautiful semi-evergreen or evergreen , self-clinging vine that will scramble up a trellis or any other support quickly and easily. It is hardy and relatively pest free. The deep red buds in spring open to reveal a cheery yellow inside and will attract hummingbirds! Prune as desired.

By: Brushwood Nursery

Semi-evergreen, self-clinging vine. Handsome foliage & flowers are principal ornamental features. Excellent for covering a fence or trellis. Should be more widely used. Foliage is not as heavy as many vines, so it's good for lighter weight trellises or where you don't want a solid cover. Mocha scented blooms. Takes deep shade but flowers better with sun.