Vines

Mandevilla, passion flower, star jasmine, and snail vine

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  • Arizona Grape Ivy (Cissus trifoliata var. incisa)
  • Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea spp.)
  • Bower Vine
  • Cape Honeysuckle (Tecomaria capensis)
  • Carolina Jasmine (Gelsemium sempervirens)
  • Cat’s Claw Vine (Macfadyena unguis-cati)
    (Synonym: Bignonia tweediana)
  • Clematis (Clematis sp.)
  • Common Trumpet Creeper (Campsis radicans)
    (Synonym: Bignonia radicans)
  • Creeping Fig (Ficus pumila)
  • Crossvine “Tangerine Beauty” (Bignonia capreolata)
  • Desert Snapdragon Vine (Maurandella antirrhiniflora)
  • Grape (Vitis spp.)
  • Hacienda Creeper (Parthenocissus sp.)
  • Hall’s Honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica ‘Halliana’)
  • Passion vine (Passion flowers) -  Baja Passion Vine (Passiflora foetida)
  • Lady Bank’s Rose (Rosa banksiae)
  • Lilac Vine (Hardenbergia violacia)
  • Mexican Flame Vine (Senecio confusus)
  • Passion vine
  • Pink Trumpet Vine (Podranea ricasoliana)
  • Potato Vine (Solanum jasminoides)
  • Primrose Jasmine (Jasminum mesnyi)
  • Queen’s Wreath, Rosa de Montana, Coral Vine,
    Confederate Vine (Antigonon leptopus)
  • Silverlace Vine (Plygonum auberti)
  • Snail Vine (Vigna Caracalla)
  • Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides)
    (Synonym: Rhynchospermum jasminoides)
  • Violet Orchid Vine (Mascagnia lilacina)
  • Violet Trumpet Vine (Mascagnia lilacina)
  • Yellow Orchid Vine (Mascagnia macroptera)
  • Yucca Vine aka Yellow Morning Glory Vine
    (Merremia aurea)

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1. Arizona Grape Ivy

Arizona Grape Ivy (Cissus trifoliata var. incisa) is a deciduous vine with trifoliate leaves that turn red in the fall. It produces small clusters of purple berries. 

  • Care: It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established and can withstand high temperatures.
  • Watering: Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry between waterings.
  • Uses: Can be used to cover fences, trellises, or walls in a desert garden, adding greenery and texture to the landscape.
  • Other: Attracts bees and other pollinators.
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2. Bougainvillea

Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea spp.) is a thorny vine known for its vibrant, showy bracts in various colors. 

  • Care: It thrives in full sun and well-draining soil. It is highly drought-tolerant and prefers dry conditions.
  • Watering: Water deeply and infrequently once established. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
  • Uses: This beautiful and versatile vine can be used as a climbing vine, ground cover, or in hanging baskets.
  • Other: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
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3. Bower Vine

Bower Vine (Pandorea jasminoides) is an evergreen vine with glossy, dark green leaves and trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of pink or white. 

  • Care: It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can tolerate heat and drought.
  • Watering: Water regularly, especially during the hot summer months. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Uses: It is often grown as a climbing vine or a ground cover. It can be trained on trellises, pergolas, or fences to create a beautiful display of delicate flowers.
  • Other: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
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4. Cape Honeysuckle

Cape Honeysuckle (Tecomaria capensis) is an evergreen vine with bright orange tubular flowers. This vine is a popular choice for adding bursts of vibrant orange or red flowers to a desert garden. 

  • Care: It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It is highly drought-tolerant and can withstand high temperatures.
  • Watering: Water deeply but infrequently once established. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
  • Uses: It can be trained on fences, walls, or used as a shrubby hedge.
  • Other: Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies.
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5. Carolina Jasmine

Carolina Jasmine (Gelsemium sempervirens) is an evergreen vine with fragrant yellow trumpet-shaped flowers. 

  • Care: It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate heat.
  • Watering: Water regularly, especially during the growing season. Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
  • Uses: This fragrant vine that can be grown along fences, trellises, or arbors. It adds a sweet fragrance and yellow flowers to the desert garden.
  • Other: Attracts bees and butterflies.
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6. Cat’s Claw Vine

Cat's Claw Vine (Macfadyena unguis-cati, and Bignonia tweediana) is a vigorous evergreen vine with yellow trumpet-shaped flowers.

  • Care: It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can handle hot temperatures.
  • Watering: Water regularly during the growing season. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
  • Uses: This vigorous climber can be grown on trellises, fences, or walls to provide shade and privacy.
  • Other: Attracts bees and butterflies.
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7. Clematis

Clematis (Clematis sp.) is a diverse genus of flowering vines with a wide range of flower colors and forms.

  • Care: Most Clematis varieties prefer full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Provide support for the vine to climb on.
  • Watering: Water regularly, keeping the soil evenly moist. Avoid overwatering or allowing the soil to become waterlogged.
  • Uses: They can be trained on trellises, arbors, or grown in containers to add vertical interest to the desert garden.
  • Other: Attracts bees and butterflies.
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8. Common Trumpet Creeper

Common Trumpet Creeper (Campsis radicans, and Bignonia radicans) is a vigorous deciduous vine with orange-red trumpet-shaped flowers.

  • Care: It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is highly adaptable and can tolerate a wide range of conditions.
  • Watering: Water regularly during the growing season. It is moderately drought-tolerant once established.
  • Uses: This fast-growing vine can be trained on trellises or used to cover unsightly structures in the garden.
  • Other: Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.
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9. Creeping Fig

Creeping Fig (Ficus pumila) is an evergreen vine with inconspicuous flowers, and small, heart-shaped leaves that attach to surfaces.

  • Care: It prefers partial shade to full shade and well-drained soil. It can tolerate a range of temperatures but benefits from protection in extreme heat.
  • Watering: Water regularly, keeping the soil evenly moist. Avoid overwatering.
  • Uses: This low-growing vine works well as a ground cover or can be trained to climb walls, fences, or topiaries. Its small leaves create a dense and attractive cover.
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10. Crossvine "Tangerine Beauty"

Crossvine "Tangerine Beauty" (Bignonia capreolata) is a semi-evergreen vine with trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of orange and yellow.

  • Care: It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is heat-tolerant and can handle a range of conditions.
  • Watering: Water regularly during the growing season. It is moderately drought-tolerant once established.
  • Uses: Can be grown on trellises, fences, or pergolas, providing a burst of color in the desert garden.
  • Other: Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.
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11. Desert Snapdragon Vine

Desert Snapdragon Vine (Maurandella antirrhiniflora) is a delicate vine with showy, snapdragon-like flowers in shades of purple, pink, or white.

  • Care: It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is heat-tolerant but benefits from some protection from intense afternoon sun.
  • Watering: Water regularly, keeping the soil evenly moist. It is moderately drought-tolerant once established.
  • Uses:This delicate vine can be trained on trellises, fences, or used as a ground cover.
  • Other: Attracts bees and butterflies.
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12. Grape

Grapes (Vitis spp.) are woody, deciduous vines known for their edible fruits.

  • Care: Grapes thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. Choose varieties that are suitable for the Phoenix climate. Prune and train the vines for optimal growth and fruit production.
  • Watering: Water deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Once established, they are moderately drought-tolerant.
  • Uses:Grapes are often grown on trellises or arbors in a desert garden. They provide shade, fresh fruit, and an attractive vine with beautiful foliage.
  • Other: Attracts bees and other pollinators.
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13. Hacienda Creeper (aka Virginia Creeper)

Hacienda Creeper (Parthenocissus sp.) is a deciduous vine with attractive foliage that turns red in the fall.

  • Care: It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can handle high temperatures.
  • Watering: Water regularly during the growing season. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
  • Uses: This fast-growing vine that works well on walls, fences, or trellises. It provides excellent coverage and attractive fall color.
  • Other: Attracts bees and butterflies.
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14. Hall's Honeysuckle

Hall's Honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica 'Halliana') is an evergreen vine with fragrant, white to yellow flowers that turn creamy yellow with age.

  • Care: It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can handle high temperatures.
  • Watering: Water regularly, especially during the hot summer months. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Uses: This fragrant, beautiful vine can be trained on trellises, fences, or used as a ground cover.
  • Other: Attracts bees and butterflies.
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15. Passion vine

Description: Passion vines (Passiflora spp.) are vigorous vines with unique, intricate flowers and edible fruits.

  • Care: Passion vines prefer full sun and well-drained soil. Provide sturdy support for the vine to climb on.
  • Watering: Water regularly, keeping the soil evenly moist. Avoid overwatering.
  • Uses: Can be grown on trellises, fences, or arbors, adding a tropical touch to the desert garden.
  • Other: Attracts bees and butterflies, especially the Gulf Fritillary butterfly.
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16. Lady Bank's Rose

Lady Bank's Rose (Rosa banksiae) is a thornless, evergreen vine with clusters of small, fragrant yellow or white flowers.

  • Care: It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can handle high temperatures.
  • Watering: Water deeply and infrequently once established. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
  • Uses: This thornless climbing rose can be trained on trellises, walls, or arbors to add elegance to the garden.
  • Other: Attracts bees and butterflies.
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17. Lilac Vine

Lilac Vine (Hardenbergia violacea) is an evergreen vine with slender, twining stems and clusters of purple, pink, or white pea-like flowers.

  • Care: It thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can handle high temperatures.
  • Watering: Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
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  • Other: Attracts bees and butterflies.
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18. Mexican Flame Vine

Mexican Flame Vine (Senecio confusus) is a fast-growing vine with vibrant, bright orange-red flowers.

  • Care: It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can handle hot temperatures.
  • Watering: Water regularly, especially during the growing season. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
  • Uses: An excellent choice for covering fences, walls, or trellises to create a stunning display.
  • Other: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
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19. Pink Trumpet Vine

Pink Trumpet Vine (Podranea ricasoliana) is a vigorous evergreen vine with clusters of pink trumpet-shaped flowers.

  • Care: It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is moderately drought-tolerant once established.
  • Watering: Water regularly, especially during the hot summer months. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Uses: Ideal for climbing trellises, fences, or arbors to add a touch of elegance to the desert garden.
  • Other: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
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20. Potato Vine

Potato Vine (Solanum jasminoides) is an evergreen vine with glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of white, star-shaped flowers.

  • Care: It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is moderately drought-tolerant once established.
  • Watering: Water regularly, especially during the hot summer months. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Uses: Can be trained on trellises, pergolas, or used as a ground cover to add a charming appeal to the garden.
  • Other: Attracts bees and butterflies.
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21. Primrose Jasmine

Primrose Jasmine (Jasminum mesnyi) is an evergreen vine with bright yellow, fragrant flowers.

  • Care: It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can handle high temperatures.
  • Watering: Water regularly, especially during the hot summer months. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Uses: This fragrant vine that can be grown on trellises, fences, or arbors to add a delightful aroma to the garden.
  • Other: Attracts bees and butterflies.
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22. Queen's Wreath (aka Rosa de Montana & Coral Vine)

Queen's Wreath (Antigonon leptopus) is a fast-growing vine with heart-shaped leaves and clusters of pink, rose, or white flowers.

  • Care: It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can handle high temperatures.
  • Watering: Water regularly, especially during the hot summer months. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Uses: An excellent choice for covering fences, walls, or trellises to create a stunning visual impact.
  • Other: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
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23. Silverlace Vine

Silverlace Vine (Polygonum auberti) is a vigorous vine with heart-shaped leaves and delicate white flowers.

  • Care: It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can handle high temperatures.
  • Watering: Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
  • Uses: Can be grown on trellises, fences, or used as a ground cover to add a graceful touch to your desert garden.
  • Other: Attracts bees and butterflies.
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24. Snail Vine

Snail Vine (Vigna Caracalla) is a twining vine with unique, curled flowers resembling snail shells in lavender or purple hues.

  • Care: It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is moderately drought-tolerant once established.
  • Watering: Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
  • Uses: Can be trained on trellises, fences, or used as a ground cover to add an intriguing element to your garden.
  • Other: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
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25. Star Jasmine

Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum/Rhynchospermum jasminoides) is an evergreen vine with glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of highly fragrant white flowers.

  • Care: It prefers partial shade to full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can handle high temperatures.
  • Watering: Water regularly, especially during the hot summer months. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.e
  • Uses: This fragrant vine can be grown on trellises, walls, or used as a ground cover.
  • Other: Attracts bees and butterflies.
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26. Violet Orchid Vine

Violet Orchid Vine (Mascagnia lilacina) is a fast-growing vine with clusters of violet or purple orchid-like flowers.

  • Care: It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is moderately drought-tolerant once established.
  • Watering: Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
  • Uses: Can be grown on trellises, arbors, or fences to provide a unique and colorful garden accent.
  • Other: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
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27. Violet Trumpet Vine

Violet Trumpet Vine (Mascagnia lilacina) is a vigorous vine with clusters of elegant, violet trumpet-shaped flowers.

  • Care: It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can handle high temperatures.
  • Watering: Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
  • Uses: Ideal for climbing trellises, fences, or walls.
  • Other: Attracts bees and butterflies.
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28. Yellow Orchid Vine

Yellow Orchid Vine (Mascagnia macroptera) is a fast-growing vine with yellow, orchid-like flowers.

  • Care: Yellow Orchid Vine prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can handle high temperatures.
  • Watering: Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Once established, it is moderately drought-tolerant.
  • Uses: Can be trained on trellises, fences, or used as a ground cover to provide a splash of vibrant color to your garden.
  • Other: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
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29. Yucca Vine (aka Yellow Morning Glory Vine)

Yucca Vine (Merremia aurea) is a fast-growing perennial vine with heart-shaped leaves and vibrant yellow flowers that resemble morning glories.

  • Care: It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can handle high temperatures.
  • Watering: Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. It is moderately drought-tolerant once established.
  • Uses: Well-suited for climbing trellises, fences, or walls to add a bright and cheerful touch to your garden.
  • Other: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
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