Campsis radicans
Trumpet Vine
Trumpet Creeper is a vigorous climber for large-scale use. Large, trumpet-shaped flowers bloom for a long period. The overall texture of plant is coarse, so it is not the best for close-up viewing. Best with some protection from the sun in hot summer regions. Regrows quickly following freeze damage. Canopy coverage: 491 square feet.
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Cissus trifoliata
Grape Ivy, Arizona Grape Ivy
This rambling evergreen vine drops its leaves following a hard frost. Train along fence or wall for screening. Leaves produce odor when brushed or bruised. Canopy coverage: 1,257 square feet.
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Euonymus fortunei
Wintercreeper
Wintercreeper is a broadleaf evergreen vine or groundcover. Many selections are available. Canopy coverage: 177 square feet.
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Ficus pumila
Creeping Fig
Leaves of Creeping Fig have both juvenile and mature forms; juvenile leaves are small, oval and fine textured, while mature leaves are medium textured and reach up to 4 inches across. Can damage its supports; avoid planting next to wood structures. Canopy coverage: 707 square feet.
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Gelsemium sempervirens
Carolina Jessamine
Carolina Jasmine has a twining growth habit. Use as vine or groundcover. Highly fragrant flowers bloom early in the season. Best with some protection from the sun in hot summer regions. Water requirement is reduced after plant matures. Be aware that all plant parts are poisonous. Canopy coverage: 314 square feet.
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Hardenbergia violacea
Lilac Vine
This is a fast-growing, twining vine or groundcover that provides welcome flowers in shades of purple and lilac during winter when little else in in bloom. May require protection from freezing in cold winter regions. Canopy coverage: 79 square feet.
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Jasminum mesnyi
Primrose Jasmine
The sprawling, almost shrublike growth of Primrose Jasmine also works well as a groundcover. Large yellow flowers are fragrant. Best with some protection from the sun in hot summer regions. Canopy coverage: 79 square feet.
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Lonicera japonica 'Halliana'
Hall's Honeysuckle
Hall's Honeysuckle can be grown as vine or groundcover. It is an aggressive grower that can become invasive, so be ready to control it. Fragrant flowers emerge as white then mature to yellow-gold. Canopy coverage: 491 square feet.
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Lonicera sempervirens
Scarlet Trumpet Honeysuckle
This twining vine can be evergreen, semievergreen or deciduous, depending on the severity of low temperatures. Striking, trumpet-shaped flowers are an attraction. Berries follow flowers, attracting birds. 'Magnifica' is said to produce larger flowers than the species. Canopy coverage: 79 square feet.
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Macfadyena unguis-cati
Cat's Claw
The growth rate of Cat's Claw begins slow then increases to rapid. Young plants form tracery patterns on walls, then produce dense, top-heavy growth. Be aware that this vine can damage fences and walls. Canopy coverage: 707 square feet.
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Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Virginia Creeper
This is a strong-growing vine that works equally well as a groundcover or bank cover. Leaves change color with age: bronze when new, medium green when mature then red and gold in fall. Best with some protection from the sun in hot summer regions. Canopy coverage: 1,963 square feet.
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Parthenocissus tricuspidata
Boston Ivy
This is an aggressive-growing vine that does equal service as a groundcover or bank cover. It blankets supports with a dense layer of wide leaves. Extravagant fall color comes in shades of orange to red. Canopy coverage: 1,963 square feet.
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Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Hacienda Creeper'
Hacienda Creeper Vine
A vigorous growing vine that looks similar to its relative, Boston Ivy. It is smaller in stature, with bright green leaves that turn red and orange with cold temperatures. Can be evergreen in mild-winter regions. Canopy coverage: 491 square feet.
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Rosa banksiae
Lady Banks' Rose
Lady Bank's Rose is a sprawling Rose that has no thorns and requires little maintenance. Plants can grow quite large with time. 'Lutea' features pale yellow flowers; 'Alba Plena' has white flowers. Canopy coverage: 491 square feet.
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Vitis species
Grape Vine
Trained on an arbor or overhead, produces luxurious summer shade as well as tasty fruit. Many varieties of fruit-producing grapes are available; some selections are more cold-hardy than others. Check locally for best selections for your climate region. Canopy coverage: 314 square feet.
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Wisteria floribunda
Japanese Wisteria
This old-fashioned vine is commonly used to cover an arbor or patio overhead. It has a longer bloom period than Chinese Wisteria but is not quite as showy. Canopy coverage: 314 square feet.
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Wisteria sinensis
Chinese Wisteria
The flowers of Chinese Wisteria are profuse and bloom even before foliage emerges in spring, creating a spectacular show. 'Alba' has white flowers. Canopy coverage: 314 square feet.
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