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Campsis radicans 'Minnesota Red'

Family Bignoniaceae
Plant Type vine
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 9 - 12 m (30 - 40 ft)
Spread 1.5 - 12 m (5 - 40 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The vine Campsis radicans 'Minnesota Red' (trumpet creeper) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and dark red blossoms during late summer to early fall. The glossy foliage is deep green in colour and medium in texture. Campsis radicans 'Minnesota Red' (trumpet creeper) has fissured stems. A specimen plant, Campsis radicans 'Minnesota Red' (trumpet creeper) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Ground cover, specimen and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics This vine attracts birds, hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Campsis radicans 'Minnesota Red' (trumpet creeper) grows at a very fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. It will need to be pruned regularly. Where conditions are favourable, Campsis radicans 'Minnesota Red' (trumpet creeper) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.