Trumpet Vine ‘Indian Summer’ - Fast Growing Orange Flowering Climbing Vine for Privacy & Hummingbirds

Product Overview

Campsis ‘Indian Summer’ is a vibrant trumpet vine known for its warm golden-orange blooms and vigorous climbing habit. This improved variety offers more controlled growth compared to traditional trumpet vines, providing a stunning floral display from summer through early fall. It is an excellent choice for gardeners looking to add bold color and attract hummingbirds to their outdoor spaces.

Key Features

• Attracts hummingbirds with nectar-rich trumpet flowers
• Unique gold to apricot blooms with red-orange throats
• Fast-growing vine ideal for privacy and vertical coverage
• Heat and drought tolerant once established
• Deer-resistant and low maintenance

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Campsis radicans ‘Indian Summer’ (Kudian)
• Type: Deciduous climbing vine
• Mature Size: 12–24 ft tall with support
• Bloom Time: Summer through early fall
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• USDA Zones: 4–9
• Growth Habit: Vigorous climbing vine

Planting and Care

This fast-growing vine requires space to climb and sturdy supports such as trellises, fences, pergolas, or arbors. It is well suited for creating natural privacy screens, vertical garden designs, and covering unsightly structures quickly. To maintain control, prune annually and plant in well-draining soil. Water regularly during establishment and prune in late winter or early spring. Full sun exposure promotes the best flowering performance.

Note that this vine can spread if left unmanaged, so it is better suited for larger spaces rather than small confined gardens.