Vines

Campsis × tagliabueana 'Kudian'

Indian Summer trumpet vine

Also known as: Campsis × tagliabuana 'Kudian'

Representative Campsis × tagliabueana photo; not verified as Indian Summer. Web-sized preview of the original photograph.

Clusters of orange, trumpet-shaped flowers make a bold summer display on this vigorous hybrid climber. Hummingbirds visit the flowers; the vine needs a strong support and room to grow. Prune hard in late winter to control vigorous new growth.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun
Mature size: 15–25 ft. with support tall × 8–13 ft. (RHS reference) wide
Water: Average; well-drained soil
Hardiness: RHS H4 (UK rating: −10 to −5°C; not a USDA-zone rating)
Bloom: Orange; summer into early fall

Sizes & prices

#3$39.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Drought: Some tolerance after establishment.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Hummingbirds

Seasonal interest

Bloom: Orange trumpets in summer.
Foliage: Deciduous; leaves drop for winter.

Growing & care

Support: Climbing stems and aerial roots; substantial structure
Spread: Remove unwanted shoots and keep the vine off buildings.

Prune in late winter to control size and encourage flowering on new growth. Keep away from fragile siding and monitor spreading shoots.

Sources & photo credits

Royal Horticultural Society

Photo: Cillas · CC BY-SA 4.0

Reviewed September 25, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.