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Campsis radicans 'Flamenco'

Family Bignoniaceae
Plant Type vine
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 9 - 12 m (30 - 40 ft)
Spread 3 - 6 m (10 - 20 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The vine Campsis radicans 'Flamenco' (trumpet creeper) bears showy, bright red and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid-summer to early autumn. This plant is climbing in form and has glossy and medium textured foliage that is deep green in colour. The stems are fissured in texture. Campsis radicans 'Flamenco' (trumpet creeper) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Specimen and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics Birds and hummingbirds are attracted to Campsis radicans 'Flamenco' . Campsis radicans 'Flamenco' is tolerant of drought, compacted soil and pollution.
Cautions The growth rate of Campsis radicans 'Flamenco' (trumpet creeper) is very fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Plan on regular maintenance to keep this vine looking its best. Depending upon your local conditions, Campsis radicans 'Flamenco' (trumpet creeper) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.