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SCHOOL AND HOME GARDENS 



THE TRUMPET VINE 



The trumpet vine (Bignonia radicans) has trumpet- 

 shaped flowers of a deep orange-red color, that are formed 

 in large clusters and make a very pleasing contrast to 



FIG. 91. Flower of the Trumpet Vine 



the dark-green foliage. It is well adapted to stone walls, 

 fences, rockwork, or to any place where a showy flower- 

 ing vine is desired. It should be given a rod support if 

 grown on the side of a frame building. A luxuriant 

 growth may be obtained by giving the plant some shade 

 and any kind of rich soil. 



