Also known as Trumpet Vine · 143 gardener saves
Campsis: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Campsis, the genus most gardeners know as trumpet vine. We track 4 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 4 most-saved Campsis varieties
Of 4 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedFlamenco Trumpet Vine
Campsis radicans 'Flamenco'
#2 most savedTrumpet Vine
Campsis x tagliabuana
#3 most savedTrumpet Creeper
Campsis radicans
Chinese Trumpet Vine
Campsis grandiflora
How to grow Campsis
What the Campsis varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 4 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Campsis year
- PruneJanuary and February100% of varieties
Cut back hard in late winter to control size; remove aggressive root suckers throughout summer.
- PlantMarch and April50% of varieties
Plant container stock in spring or fall; ensure structure is strong enough to support mature vine.
- FertilizeMarch50% of varieties
Apply balanced fertilizer only if growth is weak or soil is poor.
Do
- Provide full sun for best flowering 🌞
- Water deeply during dry spells 💧
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape ✂️
- Use a balanced fertilizer in spring 🌱
- Support with a strong trellis or arbor
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Don’t prune in late fall or winter ❌
- Avoid fertilizing with high nitrogen in summer ❌
- Don’t neglect support structures ❌
What goes wrong with Campsis
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted leaves | Spray with insecticidal soap or neem oil |
| Scale insects | Tiny bumps on stems and leaves | Use horticultural oil or insecticidal soap |
| Powdery mildew | White powder on leaves | Improve air circulation, apply fungicide |
| Root rot | Wilting and yellowing leaves | Ensure well-draining soil and reduce watering |
| Powdery Mildew | White powdery coating on leaves | Improve air circulation and apply fungicide if needed |
Making more Campsis
Cuttings
- Take 6-inch hardwood cuttings in late fall.
- Dip in rooting hormone and plant in moist soil.
- Keep soil moist for 6 weeks until roots develop.
Layering
- Select a low-growing vine section in early spring.
- Bury part of stem in soil, secure with a pin.
- Water regularly and wait 6 weeks for roots to form.
Campsis questions
How many types of Campsis are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 4 distinct Campsis varieties. The most popular — ranked by 143 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Campsis grow in?
Across its varieties, Campsis covers USDA Zones 4–9. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Campsis bloom?
Most Campsis varieties bloom in mid-summer, summer to fall. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Campsis should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
Keep exploring
Design with Campsis in your own yard
Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.
