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Bignonia capreolata 'Athens'
Also Known As
- Athens Crossvine
Plant type
vine
size
- H: 35'-50'
- W: 6'-10'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Bignonia capreolata 'Athens' plant details
Bignonia capreolata 'Athens' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen vine with green foliage. In spring orange and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Bignonia capreolata 'Athens'
- Plant type: vine
- Plant family: bignoniaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 35 FT - 50 FT - tall
- Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: showy
GROWING CONDITIONS for Bignonia capreolata 'Athens'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: well-drained
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How to Grow Bignonia capreolata 'Athens'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- orange
- yellow
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Size
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