Campsis, Crimson Trumpet Vine, Red Trumpet Vine 'Flamenco'

When I purchased this variety, it was touted as not being as aggressive as other varieties. So far, in the 4 or 5 years I've had it, it h...Read Moreas grown quite a bit, but has stayed in the spot I planted it. No runners. I'm not sure if it's because I have it in a wet-ish area, or what, but I like it.

I have Trumpet Vine in several spots on my 1/2 acre. It grows up the side of one of my outbuildings, along the back fence, and on a clump...Read More of lilacs in the side yard. It also tries to grow on the house, but we regularly tear it off and dig up the roots. Once it is established in a spot, it's difficult to get rid of, but the flowers are lovely, and provide nectar for hummingbirds, insects and orioles. I've been in this house ten years now, and haven't noticed any new vines. For me, there are more plusses than minuses to this plant.

I have one of these in my backyard. I started out by thinking that it would attract hummngbirds, which it has.....but it is taking over ...Read MoreEVERYTHING!!! Not only does it cast its seeds, it also has underground runners that end up all over your yard.

This vine's only usefull purpose would be to grow on a steep slope, as it surely would kill off anything else that was trying to grow there.

I live in Canton, OH. Never again will I get one of these.