Trumpet Creeper
Campsis radicans
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Trumpet Creeper highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Flower Color
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodSummer
Growing Zones 4-9
Fast Climber with Brilliant Coral-Orange Blooms: The Trumpet Creeper
- A Hummingbird Favorite
- Climbs the Height of Buildings
- Fast-Growing
- Low-to-No Maintenance
The Trumpet Creeper (Campsis radicans '') calls hummingbirds from near and far with its coral-color flowers that they cannot resist. Also known as Trumpet Vine, this vigorous vine makes for an impressive sight that requires little to no maintenance, but does require that you like highly floriferous plants and vivid blooms!
The Trumpet Creeper may be known for its brilliant orange, funnel-shaped blooms that grow on the end of its branches, but it is equally as impressive when it comes to climbing skills. This ravishing and energetic vine will cling to stone, walls, and wood. This makes it ideal for turning an unsightly structure into an otherworldly and fanciful landmark It will also easily mask an ugly fence, soften hardscaping, and add tropical charm to your rock retaining wall.
This vine is a top performer when it comes to reach, but it also requires little to no maintenance once established. It likes full sun but will grow in shade, and it is drought tolerant once it's rooted. Many people choose to use theirs as a method of adding shade to a pergola quickly. Others like to let it climb their pillars up to their deck and wind its way around the handrails for a bit more privacy and lushness.
No matter where you plant yours, expect the hummingbirds to come from near and far. They love this U.S. native that grew wild in the Southeast for centuries.
Keep your Trumpet Creeper contained by trimming it regularly--it can be cut back hard in winter and will grow back in the blink of an eye, so be as aggressive as you want to be. Watch for runners and be ready to pull them. This prolific grower also seeds easily and spreads rapidly.
If you're in need of a vivid, vibrant, and hummingbird-friendly vine to beautify a wall, structure, or trellis, the Trumpet Creeper is calling your name. Toot your own horn for having great taste and order yours now.
