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Cross Vine

This semi-evergreen native climbing vine bears lovely funnel-shaped, reddish-orange flowers that bloom in clusters. Podlike 6" fruit is produced in the fall. Outstanding on a trellis or wall.

Companion Plants

Arborvitae

Viburnum

Yaupon Holly

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Cross Vine

  • Botanical name

    Bignonia capreolata

  • Variety

    na

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 6 (-10°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).

  • Light

    Sun

  • Height

    20-30' (6-10 m)

  • Habit

    Climbing

  • Feed

    Once a month

  • Water

    2-3 times per week

  • Bloom Color

    Yellow, Red

  • Bloom Time

    Spring

  • Maintenance

    Apply mulch