![]() ![]() While it is a tropical plant, it can be grown as an annual in the spring and summer across much of the United States. Like many such plants, it is called by many names including cypress vine morning glory, cardinal creeper, cardinal vine, star glory, or even hummingbird vine. Cypress VineĪ popular alternate to the trumpet vine is the Cypress Vine ( Ipomoea). Examples include honeysuckle (Genus Lonicera), Mandevilla (Genus Mandevilla), candy corn plant (Genus Cuphea), and hyacinth bean (Genus Dolichos), to mention a few. Other Vines Hummingbirds LoveĪlthough the trumpet vine is a member of a very large family of plants, many vine-like plants with trumpet-shaped flowers are not in the trumpet flower family. You can learn more about growing these vines in containers at. It will also have to be pruned regularly to prevent it from spreading to nearby bushes, tree, or structures. Also, this is a vine and it will need something sturdy to climb like a large trellis. A large container is needed-e.g., a planter the size of a barrel cut in half. Hummingbird vines can be grown in containers. ![]() ![]() They all bloom from mid-summer to early fall, providing hummingbirds with a consistent source of nectar. There are several cultivars of the trumpet vine with names such as “apricot,” “crimson trumpet,” or “Indian summer” that have flowers of different shades of crimson to orange-yellow. Also, note that the plant has a high flammability rating and should not be planted next to homes and other, especially wooden, structures. Planting and Maintenance: Follow the guidelines given on the Web page, "How to Plant and Maintain Native Plants." Nectar plants should be planted in masses (clumps) as opposed to rows or randomly, as hummingbirds are attracted by color.The trumpet vine is not poisonous like poison ivy, but it can cause redness and itching on the skin of some people following contact with the leaves. Also check the butterfly plant list, as hummingbirds often will visit the same plants that are grown in a butterfly garden. Hummingbirds also need insects in their diet, so providing plants that attract insects is also a thoughtful addition to the hummingbird garden. They are fearless and will happily feed close to the school, so you may want to locate your garden so it can be easily seen from your classroom. Plan for continuous blooming throughout the summer to keep the birds coming to your garden. Hummingbirds are especially attracted to tubular shaped flowers in red and orange hues. Plant Materials: Native plants are recommended. Soil: Loose, well drained loam soil is preferred, although native plants can be selected for most soils and moisture levels. Protection from the wind should be provided, although hummingbirds are strong fliers capable of moving forward, backward, up, down and hovering. Elevation/Topography: The ground should be flat or slightly sloped. Water: Once established, native plants require no additional watering. Light: Full sun should be available for six or more hours each day during the growing season. Size: The size of a hummingbird garden is variable. Conservation Police Officer Comment Form.Conservation Reserve Enhancement (CREP).Conservation Inclusive Construction and Development Archive (CICADA). ![]()
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