Trumpet Vines: Native Hummingbird Magnets for Fence Coverage

True North American native, trumpet vine (Campsis radicans) thrives nationwide, best in Southeast. Heat/cold tolerant, produces hummingbird-favorite orange trumpets. Pinnate compound leaves (6-15") on woody vines reaching 35+ feet.

Blooms June-September, full sun maximizes display. Aerial roots cling aggressively—avoid brick/stucco (destructive). Excellent for hiding fences and screening eyesores.

Asian cousin Campsis grandiflora (Japan/China) needs mild climates, dies in frost. Later summer/autumn bloom. Zones 7-9. Shorter, wider flowers. Hybrid C. tagliabuana yields salmon-red large blooms with good hardiness.

Care and Propagation

Prune fall/winter. For blooms, cut back by 2+ buds in winter. Neglected vines: hard prune, reward next season. pH flexible (5.0-9.0). Easy propagation: seed, cuttings (hardwood/softwood), layering (simple/air/serpentine).