Violet Trumpet Vine

Clytostoma Callistegioides

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Overview

The Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma callistegioides) is cherished for its showy lavender blooms, which adorn glossy, evergreen foliage. This vigorous climber can reach heights of up to 20 feet, thriving in full sun to partial shade. Ideal for trellises, it requires moderate watering, with growth slowing in colder climates. Blooming occurs from late spring to fall, attracting hummingbirds and lending a tropical allure to any landscape design.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 8–10Climate Subtropical

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — The Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma callistegioides) is cherished for its showy lavender blooms

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — The Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma callistegioides) is cherished for its showy lavender blooms

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — This vigorous climber can reach heights of up to 20 feet, thriving in full sun to partial shade

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — Ideal for trellises, it requires moderate watering, with growth slowing in colder climates

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — Blooming occurs from late spring to fall

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — attracting hummingbirds and lending a tropical allure to any landscape design

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — scientifically named Clytostoma callistegioides

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Bignoniaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — usually measuring about 2 to 3 inches in length

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — The Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma callistegioides) is cherished for its showy lavender blooms

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — This vigorous climber can reach heights of up to 20 feet, thriving in full sun to partial shade

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — Ideal for trellises, it requires moderate watering, with growth slowing in colder climates

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — Blooming occurs from late spring to fall

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — attracting hummingbirds and lending a tropical allure to any landscape design

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — scientifically named Clytostoma callistegioides

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — is a captivating and vigorous evergreen climber that brings a lush

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — tropical look to any landscape

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — Originating from South America

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — this plant is renowned for its striking bell-shaped violet flowers

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — often reaching impressive lengths of up to 15 to 20 feet with proper support

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — The individual flowers are substantial in size

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — and they often attract hummingbirds and other pollinators to the garden

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — Hardy down to USDA zone 9

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — adding an additional layer of dynamism and interest.<br><br>For optimal growth

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — Clytostoma callistegioides requires a planting location that offers full sun to partial shade

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — Although it is drought-tolerant once established

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — a regular watering schedule during its first growing season can help to ensure a robust root system

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — Pruning can be done to maintain its shape and encourage denser growth

Violet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides) — it can withstand minimum temperatures of about 20 to 25 degrees Fahrenheit (-6 to -4 degrees Celsius)

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