USDA: 8a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H4 - G2 Australia: 2 - 5
Care Level
Height
4.5 - 9 m (15 - 30 ft)
Spread
Light
full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture
low to average, well-drained
Soil Type
clay to sandy
Soil pH
neutral
Description
Clytostoma callistegioides (argentine trumpet vine) bears showy, pastel yellow, fragrant and repeat-blooming flowers during late spring to mid-fall. This vine is climbing in form and has deep green foliage that is showy, glossy, medium textured and evergreen. The stems are smooth in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning vine which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses
Specimen and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics
This vine attracts hummingbirds to your garden.
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Clytostoma callistegioides (argentine trumpet vine) 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. Be advised that Clytostoma callistegioides (argentine trumpet vine) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.
