About
Phaedranthus buccinatorius, the blood-red trumpet vine, is a vigorous, evergreen climber from Mexico producing deep-green, pinnate leaves and spectacular, pendant clusters of large, trumpet-shaped, blood-red to orange-red flowers in spring and summer. A stunning climber for a warm, sheltered, frost-free wall or large heated conservatory.
About the genus
Phaedranthus are vigorous, evergreen, tendril climbers from Central America producing pinnate leaves and large, trumpet-shaped, red to orange flowers. Grown on warm, sheltered, frost-free walls and in heated conservatories.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.