Bignonia chinensis
Chinese trumpet creeper
A vigorous climber with mid to dark green leaves comprising of seven to nine leaflets. From late summer to autumn produces terminal clusters of dark orange to red, trumpet-shaped flowers
Other common names
Chinese trumpet vine
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Size
Ultimate height
8–12 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
2.5–4 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Orange Red | Green | ||
| Autumn | Orange Red | Green | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Bignoniaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Climbing
- Genus
Campsis are fast-growing deciduous climbers clinging by aerial roots, pinnate leaves and clusters of tubular-funnel-shaped flowers in late summer or early autumn
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Japan, China
How to grow
Cultivation
A climber that despite its exotic-looking flowers is reasonably hardy if grown against a warm, sunny wall. Produces relatively few aerial roots, so likely to need tying in regularly. See campsis cultivation
Propagation
Propagate by seed sown in containers in a cold frame in autumn, or by layering, hardwood cuttings or root cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Sub-tropical
- Wall side borders
Pruning
Pruning group 12 in late winter or early spring
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus and powdery mildews
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