Campsis × tagliabueana 'Madame Galen'
Chinese trumpet vine (syn. Campsis × tagliabuana Madame Galen)
Spectacular, trumpet-shaped, salmon red flowers appear from August to September among dark green leaves. Campsis × tagliabuana 'Madame Galen' is a vigorous climber that looks great trained over a sunny wall or fence and needs lots of space to spread out.
How to care for Campsis × tagliabueana Madame Galen:
To avoid dry conditions, and to ensure good soil contact around the rootball, we advise planting climbers at least 30cm (12in), and preferably 45-60cm (18-24in) away from the base of a wall or fence. An even larger distance should be maintained when planting climbers beside an existing tree or shrub.
Plant Campsis in a sunny, sheltered spot, ideally against a south or west-facing wall for warmth and protection from hard frosts. Provide strong support, such as a trellis or wall, as this vigorous climber can grow large.
Use well-draining, moderately fertile soil, and water regularly during the first growing season; once established, it’s relatively drought-tolerant. Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the plant and encourage flowering. In colder areas, protect young plants from frost until they’re well-established.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
Eventual spread:
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
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This climber is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
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