Crossvine

All About Crossvine

Crossvine is a fast-growing, perennial vine in the trumpetvine family (Bignoniaceae), native to the southeastern and south-central United States. It gets its name from the cross-shaped pattern in its stem. This hardy vine thrives in various conditions, preferring well-drained, organically rich soil and full sun for better flowering. In colder regions, its dark green leaves turn reddish-purple in winter. Crossvine blooms in late winter to early spring, attracting hummingbirds with its vibrant flowers. It is commonly found climbing trees in swampy forests and woodlands and is well-suited for native plant, pollinator, and colonial-style gardens.

Benefits of Crossvine

Fast-growing perennial vine
Thrives in various conditions
Tolerates coastal environments
Prefers well-drained soil
Grows in sun or shade
Produces vibrant flowers
Attracts hummingbirds early
Hardy in cold climates

Landscaping

Landscape Location

Recreational Play Area
Woodland

Resistance To Challenges

Compaction
Deer
Drought
Heat
Heavy Shade

Leaves

Leaf Color

Green
Purple/Lavender

Leaf Width:

1-3 inches

Leaf Description:
The cross-vine climbs by using branched tendrils to wrap around stems or bark to support the vine as it grows up tall objects like fences or pine trees. The leaves are opposite, compound with two leaflets and one branched tendril on each petiole.

Cultural Conditions

Light

Dappled Sunlight (Shade through upper canopy all day)
Full sun (6 or more hours of direct sunlight a day)
Partial Shade (Direct sunlight only part of the day, 2-6 hours)

Soil Drainage

Good Drainage
Moist
Occasionally Dry/li>
Occasionally Wet

Flowers

Flower Color

Gold/Yellow
Orange
Red/Burgundy/li>

Flower Bloom Time

Spring
Winter

Flower Description
The flowers bloom in late winter to early spring on new wood in clusters of 2 to 5 flowers. The flower color can range from orange and yellow to a reddish-orange color.