Botanical profile

Campsis radicans 'Flamenco'

Latin name
Campsis radicans 'Flamenco'
Common name
Bignone 'Flamenco'
Type
Climbing plant
Family
Bignoniaceae

Campsis radicans 'Flamenco' is a flowering variety notable for its large, vibrant, deep red flowers, which bloom profusely from summer through early fall. Its vigorous growth allows it to quickly cover fences, trellises, or facades. Very hardy, it is also heat and drought tolerant. Its glossy green foliage provides a beautiful plant screen, and its blooms attract pollinators. 'Flamenco' is ideal for adding movement, color, and an exotic ambiance to any vertical space.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type
Neutral to slightly acidic, well drained
Minimum temperature
'-29°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Orange
Fruiting
Fruits in pods, sometimes visible.
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Climbing
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
10 to 12 m (33 to 39 ft)
Width
3 m (10 feet)
Growth rate
fast
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Hummingbirds
Flowers that attract hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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