Pyrostegia Venusta (Golden Trumpet Vine) 10 Liter

Pyrostegia venusta (Flame Vine)

Product Description

Pyrostegia venusta, commonly known as Flame Vine, is a vigorous, fast-growing climber prized for its spectacular bright orange flowers that appear in dense clusters. It is widely used on trellises, pergolas, fences, and walls, where it creates a dramatic, flowering display. This evergreen vine is particularly valued for its long flowering season and its ability to quickly cover structures, making it a favourite for creating bold tropical accents in gardens.

Size When Fully Grown

• Length: Typically 6 m – 12 m
• Spread: Can reach 3 m – 5 m depending on support and pruning
• Vigorous growth habit; requires strong support and regular maintenance.

Best Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun for best flowering; tolerates light shade but flowering may reduce.
• Soil: Well-drained soil; prefers fertile, loamy soil but adapts to most garden soils.
• Watering: Regular watering during establishment; once established, moderately drought tolerant.
• Temperature: Prefers warm climates; tolerates mild frost but not prolonged cold.
• Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring and mid-summer to support blooms.
• Support: Provide strong trellis or pergola; can be trained easily with ties.
• Pruning: Prune after flowering to control size and encourage new growth.

Best Planting Season (South Africa)

• Best Time to Plant: Spring or early summer for optimal establishment and flowering.
• Flowering Season: Late winter to spring (often from August to October in many regions), depending on local climate.
• Growth Season: Active growth in spring and summer.
• Winter Care: Protect from frost in colder regions; reduce watering during cold periods.