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Campsis radicans f. flava

Family Bignoniaceae
Plant Type vine
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 7.5 - 9 m (25 - 30 ft)
Spread
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The vine Campsis radicans f. flava (trumpet creeper) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and bright yellow blooms during mid-summer to early fall. The glossy foliage is faded green in colour and medium in texture. Campsis radicans f. flava (trumpet creeper) has fissured stems. A specimen plant, Campsis radicans f. flava (trumpet creeper) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Specimen, screening and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics Birds, hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Campsis radicans f. flava .
Cautions The growth rate of Campsis radicans f. flava (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 f. flava (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.