Allamanda cathartica
Golden Trumpet, Allamanda
Description
Golden trumpet is a tropical twining vine with deeply veined, whorled leaves and large, trumpet shaped bright yellow flowers.
Plant Type
Shrub, Vine
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
Gold, Yellow
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Yellow Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
Poisonous
Design Styles
Meadow, Tropical
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Container
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.