Hot Lips® Trumpet Vine
Campsis x tagliabuana 'Rutcam' PP #19,415
SKU
30904
Abundant sprays of trumpet-shaped bright red flowers cover this showy vine for an extra long bloom season. Creates a dramatic effect and attracts hummingbirds. Excellent for covering fences or arbors. Drought tolerant once established; thrives and blooms best with near neglect. Deciduous.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Once established, needs only occasional watering.
| Botanical Pronunciation | KAMP-sis tag-lee-ah-boo-AH-na |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | 8-10' H x 10-15' W |
| Bloom Time | Spring through summer |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Flower Attribute | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Landscape Use | Container, Erosion Control, Espalier, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Mass Planting, Privacy Screen, Specimen, Coastal Exposure, Living Wall |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Tolerates Poor Soils, Fast Growing |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, needs only occasional watering. |
Easily grown in average, well drained soil. Young plants require regular watering until established. Apply mulch to conserve soil moisture. To stimulate flowering, keep slightly dry and feed sparingly; avoid fertilizers with high nitrogen ratio. Provide trellis or other support. Prune to control size.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-9
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