Trumpet creeper has beautiful flowers and blooms from July to September each year. It is highly adaptable, has a strong vitality, is easy to plant, and has a strong climbing ability, making it an ideal climbing vine . It is also relatively easy to care for.
Are trumpet vines easy to grow?
Trumpet vines are easy to grow. They are very hardy and can be planted in both southern and northern my country. The best way to plant trumpet vines is in the ground. Simply plant them directly in the soil. Water them once after planting, and then no more watering is needed. Because they are planted in the ground, the branches of the trumpet vine can spread and grow without restriction. In just a few years, the main stem of the trumpet vine can reach a height of at least 3-4 meters.
How to properly care for trumpet vine?
1. Soil
Trumpet vines are not particularly demanding in terms of soil. They thrive in slightly acidic soil, and loose, fertile, well-drained sandy soil is ideal. They are typically planted in terracotta pots or wooden barrels with drainage holes to ensure adequate aeration.
2.Moisture
Trumpet vines thrive in humid environments and require frequent watering during their growing season to keep the soil moist. However, they are also drought-tolerant, so watering should be moderate to avoid waterlogging. Furthermore, from late autumn to the following spring, the trumpet vine enters a dormant period, during which time the soil only needs to be kept slightly moist.
3. Fertilizing
Trumpet vine needs ample fertilizer . It is recommended to spread a layer of base fertilizer at the bottom of the potting soil. After branches and leaves appear during the growing season, apply liquid fertilizer 1-2 times a month. Apply diluted phosphorus and potassium fertilizer before the flowering period and after the flowers have faded and before winter.
4. Light
Trumpet vines need plenty of sunlight to thrive. In summer, avoid direct sunlight and allow them to receive only diffused sunlight. In winter, place them on an indoor balcony or windowsill to ensure they receive ample sunlight.
5. Temperature
Trumpet creeper thrives in warm, humid environments and is not cold-hardy. Therefore, measures should be taken to maintain the temperature between 15-25 degrees Celsius, and the winter temperature should not fall below 10 degrees Celsius to prevent frost damage.
