Trumpet-Shaped Flowers
Produces clusters of bright orange to reddish-orange tubular flowers that create a striking summer display.
Trumpet Creeper Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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Trumpet Creeper Seeds
Trumpet Creeper, scientifically known as Campsis radicans, is a vigorous, deciduous flowering vine admired for its bright orange to reddish-orange, trumpet-shaped flowers and attractive green foliage. This fast-growing perennial climber is commonly grown on sturdy trellises, arbors, and pergolas. Its nectar-rich flowers attract hummingbirds and other pollinators, making it a popular choice for ornamental and wildlife gardens. It grows best in sunny locations with well-drained soil and requires regular pruning to manage its spreading growth.
Trumpet Vine
Orange Flowers
Climbing Perennial
Pollinator Garden Plant
Key Features
Vigorous Climbing Growth
Develops strong, woody climbing stems that attach to suitable supports using aerial rootlets.
Attracts Hummingbirds
Nectar-rich flowers attract hummingbirds and other beneficial pollinators to the garden.
Adaptable Garden Plant
Grows in various soil conditions and performs best with adequate sunlight and sturdy support.
Product Highlights
Bright orange trumpet-shaped flowers
Fast-growing woody perennial vine
Attractive green compound leaves
Blooms during summer
Attracts hummingbirds and pollinators
Suitable for sturdy pergolas and arbors
Tolerates heat and established drought
Produces winged seeds in elongated pods
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Campsis radicans |
| Common Name | Trumpet Creeper; Trumpet Vine; Cow-Itch Vine |
| Plant Family | Bignoniaceae |
| Plant Type | Flowering Ornamental Vine |
| Seed Type | Flowering Vine Seeds |
| Growth Habit | Vigorous, climbing, woody perennial |
| Flower Color | Orange to reddish-orange |
| Blooming Season | Summer to early fall |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | 4–10, depending on local conditions |
| Planting Season | Spring or fall, depending on climate |
| Seed Starting | Indoors or directly outdoors after suitable preparation |
| Germination Time | Approximately 2–4 weeks under suitable conditions |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 68–86°F (20–30°C) |
| Sunlight | Full sun to partial shade; full sun encourages flowering |
| Soil Requirements | Well-drained loam, sandy soil, or adaptable garden soil |
| Watering | Regular watering during establishment; moderate watering afterward |
| Mature Vine Height | Approximately 30–40 feet with suitable support |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 10–15 feet, allowing room for vigorous growth |
| Propagation | Seeds, stem cuttings, and root cuttings |
| Special Characteristics | Attracts hummingbirds; spreads through underground root suckers |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare the Seeds
Collect mature seeds from dry, brown seed pods. Trumpet Creeper seeds have some natural dormancy. Cold-moist stratification for approximately 60 days at 41–50°F can help improve uniform germination.
Collect mature seeds from dry, brown seed pods. Trumpet Creeper seeds have some natural dormancy. Cold-moist stratification for approximately 60 days at 41–50°F can help improve uniform germination.
Step 2: Prepare the Growing Medium
Choose a well-draining seed-starting mix and fill small pots or seed trays. Make sure the containers have drainage holes to prevent excess moisture.
Choose a well-draining seed-starting mix and fill small pots or seed trays. Make sure the containers have drainage holes to prevent excess moisture.
Step 3: Sow the Seeds
Place the seeds on the prepared growing medium and cover them lightly with a thin layer of soil. Water gently to maintain consistent moisture.
Place the seeds on the prepared growing medium and cover them lightly with a thin layer of soil. Water gently to maintain consistent moisture.
Step 4: Maintain Suitable Conditions
Keep the seed trays in a warm location with temperatures around 68–86°F. Provide bright, indirect light and avoid allowing the soil to become waterlogged.
Keep the seed trays in a warm location with temperatures around 68–86°F. Provide bright, indirect light and avoid allowing the soil to become waterlogged.
Step 5: Transplant the Seedlings
Once seedlings develop several true leaves and become established, transplant them carefully into individual containers or suitable outdoor planting locations.
Once seedlings develop several true leaves and become established, transplant them carefully into individual containers or suitable outdoor planting locations.
Step 6: Support and Manage Vine Growth
Provide a strong trellis, arbor, or pergola for climbing. Grow in a sunny location for better flowering and prune regularly to control spreading. Monitor underground suckers to prevent unwanted growth into nearby planting areas.
Provide a strong trellis, arbor, or pergola for climbing. Grow in a sunny location for better flowering and prune regularly to control spreading. Monitor underground suckers to prevent unwanted growth into nearby planting areas.
Grow Beautiful Blooms with Trumpet Creeper
Trumpet Creeper brings vibrant summer color and climbing beauty to suitable outdoor spaces. Its eye-catching tubular flowers and vigorous growth make it an attractive choice for large garden structures and pollinator-friendly landscapes. Provide sturdy support and regular maintenance to enjoy its ornamental flowering display.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find helpful information about Trumpet Creeper seed germination, flowering, and its vigorous climbing habit.
How do you grow Trumpet Creeper from seeds?
To grow Trumpet Creeper from seeds, collect mature seeds from dry brown pods and sow them in a well-draining seed-starting mix. Cold-moist stratification for approximately 60 days at 41–50°F can improve germination uniformity. Sow the seeds shallowly, maintain suitable warmth and moisture, and provide bright light. Transplant established seedlings into a sunny outdoor location with sturdy climbing support.
Does Trumpet Creeper attract hummingbirds?
Yes. Trumpet Creeper produces nectar-rich, tubular flowers that attract hummingbirds, particularly during its summer flowering season. Its orange and reddish-orange blooms also provide a valuable food source for other pollinators, making it suitable for wildlife and pollinator gardens.
How do you stop Trumpet Creeper from spreading?
Trumpet Creeper spreads through underground root suckers and self-seeding, so regular maintenance is important. Remove unwanted suckers as soon as they appear, collect mature seed pods before they release seeds, and prune the vine during late winter or early spring. Plant it away from buildings, trees, and vulnerable garden structures, and use a sturdy support in a controlled planting area.