Rare Dark Red Hummingbird Trumpet Vine Seeds
Estimated delivery between February 04 and February 07.
The Rare Dark Red Hummingbird Trumpet Vine (Campsis radicans) is an ornamental, flowering vine known for its striking, trumpet-shaped red flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. This hardy perennial vine is a favorite for gardeners seeking to add a bold splash of color to fences, trellises, or garden walls. With its unique dark red blooms, it offers a captivating look and provides essential nectar for pollinators.
Key Features:
- Common Name: Hummingbird Trumpet Vine, Trumpet Creeper
- Scientific Name: Campsis radicans
- Flower Color: Dark red, trumpet-shaped flowers
- Plant Type: Perennial vine
- Height: Can grow up to 30 feet when supported on trellises or fences
- Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Bloom Time: Summer to early fall
- Soil Type: Well-drained soil
- Attracts: Hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees
- Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 4-9
Why Choose the Rare Dark Red Hummingbird Trumpet Vine?
- Vibrant, Eye-Catching Blooms: The dark red trumpet-shaped flowers bloom profusely in the summer and early fall, creating a dramatic display that is visually striking.
- Attracts Pollinators: As its name suggests, the vine is a hummingbird magnet, attracting these beautiful creatures to your garden. The plant also attracts butterflies and bees, supporting pollinator health.
- Versatile Landscaping: Perfect for adding vertical interest to your garden, the vine can be grown along fences, arbors, and trellises. It is ideal for creating a natural privacy screen or a flowering backdrop.
- Low Maintenance: Once established, the Hummingbird Trumpet Vine is drought-tolerant and relatively low-maintenance, requiring only occasional pruning to control its growth.
- Fast-Growing: This vigorous vine quickly establishes itself and spreads, making it an excellent choice for covering unsightly areas or adding a lush, green backdrop in a short amount of time.
Growing Instructions:
- Planting: Start by sowing the seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or plant directly in the garden after frost danger has passed. Ensure you space plants adequately, as they can spread quickly.
- Watering: Regular watering is needed while the plant is establishing. Once mature, it becomes drought-tolerant and requires less frequent watering.
- Sunlight: Plant in a sunny spot where the vine will receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day to encourage blooming.
- Pruning: Prune the vine back in late winter or early spring to maintain its shape and to remove any dead or damaged growth.
Benefits of Growing Rare Dark Red Hummingbird Trumpet Vine:
- Enhances any outdoor space with vibrant, showy blooms.
- Ideal for attracting wildlife, especially hummingbirds, making it an excellent choice for pollinator-friendly gardens.
- Provides a natural and attractive way to cover fences, trellises, or pergolas.
- Adds vertical beauty to gardens with minimal effort once established.
Final Thoughts: Planting the Rare Dark Red Hummingbird Trumpet Vine is an excellent way to beautify your garden while supporting local wildlife. Its bright, vibrant flowers and pollinator-attracting qualities make it an outstanding choice for gardeners looking to add both color and ecological benefits to their landscape
Dharaseeds
Rare Dark Red Hummingbird Trumpet Vine Seeds
Estimated delivery between February 04 and February 07.
The Rare Dark Red Hummingbird Trumpet Vine (Campsis radicans) is an ornamental, flowering vine known for its striking, trumpet-shaped red flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. This hardy perennial vine is a favorite for gardeners seeking to add a bold splash of color to fences, trellises, or garden walls. With its unique dark red blooms, it offers a captivating look and provides essential nectar for pollinators.
Key Features:
- Common Name: Hummingbird Trumpet Vine, Trumpet Creeper
- Scientific Name: Campsis radicans
- Flower Color: Dark red, trumpet-shaped flowers
- Plant Type: Perennial vine
- Height: Can grow up to 30 feet when supported on trellises or fences
- Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Bloom Time: Summer to early fall
- Soil Type: Well-drained soil
- Attracts: Hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees
- Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 4-9
Why Choose the Rare Dark Red Hummingbird Trumpet Vine?
- Vibrant, Eye-Catching Blooms: The dark red trumpet-shaped flowers bloom profusely in the summer and early fall, creating a dramatic display that is visually striking.
- Attracts Pollinators: As its name suggests, the vine is a hummingbird magnet, attracting these beautiful creatures to your garden. The plant also attracts butterflies and bees, supporting pollinator health.
- Versatile Landscaping: Perfect for adding vertical interest to your garden, the vine can be grown along fences, arbors, and trellises. It is ideal for creating a natural privacy screen or a flowering backdrop.
- Low Maintenance: Once established, the Hummingbird Trumpet Vine is drought-tolerant and relatively low-maintenance, requiring only occasional pruning to control its growth.
- Fast-Growing: This vigorous vine quickly establishes itself and spreads, making it an excellent choice for covering unsightly areas or adding a lush, green backdrop in a short amount of time.
Growing Instructions:
- Planting: Start by sowing the seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or plant directly in the garden after frost danger has passed. Ensure you space plants adequately, as they can spread quickly.
- Watering: Regular watering is needed while the plant is establishing. Once mature, it becomes drought-tolerant and requires less frequent watering.
- Sunlight: Plant in a sunny spot where the vine will receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day to encourage blooming.
- Pruning: Prune the vine back in late winter or early spring to maintain its shape and to remove any dead or damaged growth.
Benefits of Growing Rare Dark Red Hummingbird Trumpet Vine:
- Enhances any outdoor space with vibrant, showy blooms.
- Ideal for attracting wildlife, especially hummingbirds, making it an excellent choice for pollinator-friendly gardens.
- Provides a natural and attractive way to cover fences, trellises, or pergolas.
- Adds vertical beauty to gardens with minimal effort once established.
Final Thoughts: Planting the Rare Dark Red Hummingbird Trumpet Vine is an excellent way to beautify your garden while supporting local wildlife. Its bright, vibrant flowers and pollinator-attracting qualities make it an outstanding choice for gardeners looking to add both color and ecological benefits to their landscape
Non-GMO
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High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.