Bignonia capreolata (Crossvine) - Image 80

Botanical name: Bignonia capreolata

Common name: Crossvine

Family: Bignoniaceae

Origin: North America

USDA Zone: 6-9

Cold tolerance: 15°F

Vine or creeper plantPlant form: Climbing or creeping vine
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Red, crimson, vinous flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: Red, crimson, vinous; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
Bignonia capreolata (Crossvine) orange flower on a climbing vine plant
Bignonia capreolata (Crossvine) climbing a wooden trellis with tubular orange flowers and green leaves


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