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Gold Medal Plants
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| Common Name: |
Cross Vine |
| Botanical Name: |
Bignonia capreolata |
| Cultivar Name: |
‘Dragon Lady’ |
| Plant Type: |
Evergreen Vine |
| Description: |
Bignonia capreolata ‘Dragon Lady’ (Cross Vine) is an exceptional evergreen self-clinging vine with dark green leaves that turn purple in winter. Attractive reddish trumpet-shaped flowers decorate the plant in June and July. ‘Dragon Lady’ is hardier and more floriferous than the species its distinctive characteristics include drought-resistance, wet-site tolerance, and attractiveness to hummingbirds and butterflies. It has no serious pest problems. Prune this native after flowering as needed. Grows 30'''''''''''''''' high x 30’ wide in part or full sun. Hardy in zones 5 to 9.
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| Hardiness Zones: |
5 to 8 |
| Sun/Shade Preference: |
Sun |
| Soil Condition Preference: |
Moist |
| Special Attributes: |
Drought Tolerant
Attracts Butterflies
Wet-site Tolerant
North American Native
Urban Tolerant
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| Plant Height: |
20-35 feet |
| Bloom Time: |
Summer |
| Flower Color: |
Red |
| Foliage Color: |
Dark Green |
| Fall Color: |
Purple |
| Plant Uses: |
Border
Container
Climbing
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| Year Won: |
2003 |
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