Campsis radicans ‘Flava’, commonly known as Yellow Trumpet Vine, is a native cultivar of Trumpet Vine valued for its vigorous growth, bright yellow summer flowers, and exceptional wildlife value. Like the species, this woody climbing vine can reach 20 to 30 feet or more with support, using aerial rootlets to cling to structures, fences, and trellises.

From mid-summer into early fall, large trumpet-shaped flowers bloom in clear yellow, offering a lighter color variation while retaining the dramatic form Trumpet Vine is known for. The blooms are highly attractive to hummingbirds and other pollinators. Dense green foliage provides strong seasonal coverage and shade throughout the growing season.

Yellow Trumpet Vine grows best in full sun, where flowering is strongest, but tolerates partial shade. It adapts to a wide range of soil conditions and is drought tolerant once established. Due to its vigorous growth habit, it is best suited for sturdy structures and locations where regular pruning and management are acceptable.

Why choose Yellow Trumpet Vine

Bright blooms: Yellow trumpet flowers add bold summer color
Wildlife value: Strongly attracts hummingbirds and pollinators
Fast growth: Quickly covers vertical structures

Cultivating tips

Sun exposure: Full sun to part shade
Soil needs: Adaptable to most soils
Maintenance: Moderate to high—prune as needed to control growth

Designs for your garden

Arbors and trellises: Creates dramatic vertical interest
Fences and walls: Provides dense seasonal coverage
Wildlife gardens: Excellent nectar source for hummingbirds

Ecological benefits

Native vine: Supports native wildlife and pollinators
Hummingbird plant: One of the most effective native nectar vines
Low-input once established: Tolerates heat and drought

Plant appearance may vary by season and growing conditions. All plants ship healthy with established root systems.