Re: Do we have any Campsis experts in the group?

David Sturge wrote:
> 
> While driving about yesterday we were admiring the Campsis that are in full
> bloom now. When we came to one spectacular fence covered in them I had to
> stop to take a closer look. I boldly said that is a Campsis....? I realised
> that I was not sure if it was C. grandiflora or C. radicans.

David
I wouldn't call myself an expert, but I would like to make some comments
about your Campsis.

A major difference between grandiflora and radicans is that the latter
is a self-clinging vine, while grandiflora is not. It would help in the
identification if you could check this point.

You do not seem to be aware that there is a hybrid between these two
species  Campsis X Tagliabuana 'Mme Galen', This is very common here and
the flowers are described in my book as bright salmon red. The vine is
self-clinging like radicans and the foliage also resembles radicans, but
is more robust and requires hefty support. Could this be your mystery
variety?

Moira
 
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Tony & Moira Ryan <theryans@xtra.co.nz>
Wainuiomata, 
New Zealand (astride the "Ring of Fire" in the SW Pacific).
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