Trumpet Vine: Self-Seeding, Root Sprouts, and Transplanting Volunteers

Hank sees trumpet vine seedlings 30 feet from the mother plant and wonders about roots vs. seeds. Answer: both.

• Self-seeding: Pods split, disperse seeds widely. Seedlings appear far from the parent.
• Root suckers: Underground runners send up shoots near the main plant.

Transplanting Volunteers

1. Dig seedlings/suckers with as much root as possible.
2. Sever root connection for suckers.
3. Replant immediately; water well.

⚠️ Warning

Campsis radicans is aggressively invasive in many regions. Plant only where contained (mowed lawn, pavement-bordered beds) or avoid entirely.