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Bignonia capreolata 'Jekyll'

Family Bignoniaceae
Plant Type vine
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 9 - 15 m (30 - 50 ft)
Spread 1.8 - 2.7 m (6 - 9 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The vine Bignonia capreolata 'Jekyll' (crossvine) bears showy, bright orange and fragrant blossoms during mid-spring to late spring. This plant is climbing in form and has matte, medium textured and semi-evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour. The stems are fissured in texture. Bignonia capreolata 'Jekyll' (crossvine) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Specimen and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds are attracted to Bignonia capreolata 'Jekyll' . Bignonia capreolata 'Jekyll' is tolerant of drought.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Bignonia capreolata 'Jekyll' (crossvine) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. Regular pruning will be required to keep this vine tidy.