168 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 
Fic. 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. 
