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Flame Vine

Pyrostegia Venusta

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Overview

The Flame Vine, Pyrostegia venusta, is a vigorous evergreen climber known for its profusion of brilliant orange tubular flowers that cascade in stunning winter displays. Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it reaches up to 20ft in height and spreads 6-10ft. Full sun exposure encourages optimal blooming. This vine prefers well-drained soil and moderate watering. Its fast-growing nature makes it ideal for covering trellises, fences, and walls, adding vibrant warmth to any landscape.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 10–10Type VineClimate Subtropical
Flame Vine (Pyrostegia Venusta) — adding vibrant warmth to any landscape; especially from late fall to early spring, image 101

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Vine
Family
Bignoniaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Flame Vine (Pyrostegia Venusta) — vibrant climber that provides a burst of brilliant color to any landscape design; orange flowers in the garden
Flame Vine (Pyrostegia Venusta) — as it can reach lengths of up to 40 feet when mature; creating a warm tropical effect even in temperate gardens.<br><br>For
Flame Vine (Pyrostegia Venusta) — all with minimal care requirements once settled into its environment; vine for full or half, image 165
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