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Bignonia capreolata

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

Description The vine Bignonia capreolata (cross vine) bears showy, medium red and fragrant flowers during mid spring to early summer. The matte foliage is dark green in colour, medium in texture and semi-evergreen. Bignonia capreolata (cross vine) has fissured stems.
Typical Uses Vine or climber.
Special Characteristics Birds and hummingbirds are attracted to Bignonia capreolata . Bignonia capreolata is tolerant of drought.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Bignonia capreolata (cross vine) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. It will need to be pruned regularly.