Our Favorite Flowering Vines to Grow in Connecticut

Flowering vines are a beautiful addition to any yard or garden, and there are many varieties that do particularly well in the beautiful springtime months of May and June. All of these flowering vines bloom with beautiful flowers during this time which makes them a great addition to your landscape. The following is a list of a few flowering vines that will perform beautifully in Connecticut.

Trumpet Honeysuckle (Lonicera Ciliosa)

Trumpet Honeysuckle, Lonicera sempervirens, is an evergreen vine that produces clusters of trumpet-shaped flowers from late spring to mid-summer. Trumpet honeysuckle makes a beautiful ground cover and is ideal for low hedges or as a foundation plant.

Trumpet honeysuckle is a member of the honeysuckle family, which includes more than 100 species of woody vines, shrubs, and trees. It can be grown as an annual in colder climates but will die back to the ground in winter in Connecticut and other northern states.

The name “trumpet honeysuckle” comes from the shape of its flowers, which resemble trumpets. The flowers are white or pinkish white with yellow throats; they grow in clusters at the ends of branches and have five petals each.

Blue-Stemmed Goldenrod (Solidago Caesia)

Solidago caesia, also called Blue-stemmed Goldenrod, is a native perennial vine that can be grown as an annual in the North. It has blue stems and yellow flowers. The leaves are simple and ovate with serrated margins, ranging from 2 to 6 inches long and 1 to 3 inches wide. The flowers are borne in dense racemes on slender stems 10 to 18 inches long. The fruit is a small nutlet with a short beak at the end of it.

This plant has a long blooming period — starting in early July and continuing until late September, depending on your area. It attracts butterflies and bees due to its nectar-rich flowers.

To grow Blue-Stemmed Goldenrod, grow plant seeds indoors about 2 weeks before the last frost date for your area or directly sow outside when the soil temperature reaches 65°F (18°C). Keep seeds moist until germination occurs — usually within 7 to 14 days.

Allium (Allium Sativum)

Allium is a genus of monocotyledonous flowering plants that includes the cultivated onion, garlic, and ornamental Alliums. The name Allium is applied to about 1100 species of mostly herbaceous plants in the family Amaryllidaceae, subfamily Allioideae, with a few species in other families of the order Asparagales. This genus also happens to include some of the most important food items for humans.

In Connecticut, alliums are best planted in full sun locations. They will grow in partial shade but become very leggy over time. Choose from a variety of colors, including white, pink, red, and purple, to add color to any landscape bedding plant display. Allium bulbs can be planted at any time during the growing season and will bloom from spring through fall, depending on your zone.

Petunia (Petunioideae)

Petunias are one of the most popular flowering vines to grow in Connecticut. They have beautiful flowers that come in a wide range of colors and sizes, and they are easy to grow. Petunias are also drought tolerant, making them ideal for growing in areas that do not get much rain.

Petunia plants need full sun and well-drained soil, but they will grow in partial shade too. They need regular watering during their growing season, but once they start blooming, you should reduce watering to prevent possible fungus diseases from developing on the leaves and stems of your plant.

Petunias are easy to propagate – just cut off a stem with some roots attached and stick it into moist soil where you want it to grow. The new plant will sprout new roots quickly and continue growing.

Morning Glory (Ipomoea Purpurea)

Morning glory (Ipomoea Purpurea) is a climbing plant that grows in masses of blue, white, or purple flowers. It is a perennial vine that grows well in the shade and has heart-shaped green leaves. Morning glories are native to Mexico and Central America, but they grow well all over the world in warm climates. They grow best in moist soil with plenty of sun or shade, depending on the variety of plants you choose. Morning glories do not like extreme temperatures; too much heat can kill them quickly.

Climbing Hydrangea (Hydrangea Anomala Petiolaris)

Climbing Hydrangea is a popular plant for growing on a trellis or arbor. The flowers are large and showy, with numerous white petals that form a flat disk at the center of the flower. The leaves are green on top and white underneath. Flowers are in clusters of two to five on the ends of branches, which may make this vine look like it has pink or purple flowers. Climbing Hydrangea will grow up to 10 feet long if given a trellis or other support structure to climb on. The vines can be trained to grow upward or outward along fences or walls to give them support.

You can also train your Climbing Hydrangea vine into an interesting shape by bending stems around each other as they grow; this will create a unique appearance when viewed from above.

Hops (Humulus Lupulus)

Hops are a fast-growing vine that can grow 10-15 feet tall. The hop is the cone-shaped flower of the female hop plant. These flowers are used in beer making and have many medicinal uses as well. Hops are an extremely hardy plant, making them great for Connecticut gardeners. They can tolerate cold temperatures and do not require much water or maintenance.

Hops also attract birds to your garden with their beautiful flowers and fragrant smell. If you have a small yard, hops can be trained up a trellis or arbor to create a privacy screen for your yard or home.

The best time to plant hops is in spring when the ground can still be worked but before it becomes too hot outside. Planting your hops in raised beds will make it easier to maintain their moisture levels during dry periods and prevent damage from animals digging up your garden beds looking for seeds or roots from other plants growing nearby.

Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia Hirta)

Black-eyed Susan is a fast-growing vine that produces showy flowers all summer long on trailing stems. This tropical vine can be grown in full sun or partial shade and is drought tolerant once established. It is best to plant it in well-drained soil, as excess moisture will cause leaf drop.

This plant is a popular choice among gardeners because it will bloom all summer long with little care needed on your part. The flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies, making them an excellent choice for those who want to attract wildlife into their yard or garden area, especially if you grow other plants that produce nectar as well, such as butterfly bushes or milkweed plants.

Black-eyed Susan Vine is easy to grow and doesn’t require much maintenance at all once established in your garden area. Planting this vine near a fence or trellis will help keep it contained so that it doesn’t take over other areas of your yard or garden area.

Cardinal Climber (Ipomoea Sloteri)

The Cardinal climber is a fast-growing, evergreen vine with heart-shaped leaves that turn red in winter. The flowers are bright red and appear in mid-to-late summer. This is an excellent choice for a sunny location where you want color but not foliage all year long.

Cardinal climbers can be trained on a fence or trellis or allowed to climb a tree or arbor. It also makes an excellent ground cover for slopes and banks. Plant cardinal climber in well-drained soil that’s slightly acidic (pH 5.5 to 6). If planting in full sun, amend the soil with compost and organic matter prior to planting. In shade, plant cardinal climber in partially shaded areas under deciduous trees or along the edge of a woodland where it will receive some sun through the leaves during the day. Prune back vines when they’re less than 8 inches long so they’ll branch out more quickly and develop more ramification — the smaller branches that form at each node along the stem of a plant or animal. Pruning also forces flowering and fruit production on new growth points created by pruning cuts.

Cup and Saucer Vine (Cobaea Scandens)

The cup and saucer vine is a beautiful, flowering vine that will grow in Connecticut. It’s a great choice for anyone who wants to add color and interest to their garden but doesn’t have a lot of space to work with. The cup and saucer vine grows well on fences, trellises, and arbors. You can also grow it as a ground cover if you plant it along the edge of your flowerbeds or in other areas where you want some shade.

The cup and saucer vine is native to South America, but it can grow well in many places around the world, including Connecticut. It’s hardy enough to withstand temperatures as cold as 20 degrees Fahrenheit without any problems at all. In fact, this vine will even thrive in partially shaded areas where there is little natural light available.

The cup and saucer vine produces small white flowers that look like tiny cups with lids on top of them that open up when they bloom. These flowers bloom throughout the summer months and into the fall as well if they get enough water. They make excellent cut flowers because they last so long after they are cut from their stems.

Sweet Peas (Lathyrus Odoratus)

Sweet peas grow on vines that are covered in beautiful blooms. They are fragrant, delicate, and colorful flowers. Sweet pea vines thrive in Connecticut but need a trellis or fence to climb. Because of their fragrant nature, sweet peas attract bees and other pollinators, which will help with your vegetable garden as well. The best part is that these plants are self-pollinating, so you don’t have to worry about keeping them paired up with another plant. A few key things to remember when growing sweet peas: they need lots of sun, they like moist soil, and they can be frost sensitive (so wait until after the danger of frost has passed before planting them.)

Trumpet Vine (Campsis Radicans)

Trumpet Vine is a fast-growing, twining vine that can reach heights of 30 feet. Its leaves are heart-shaped, and its flowers are trumpet-shaped with yellow petals. The flowers bloom in clusters at the end of the vines, which are usually red or orange in color. The trumpet vine blooms throughout the summer months and produces seeds that can be eaten or used as a spice.

The trumpet vine is among the fastest growing plants in the world, reaching heights of up to 30 feet in just three years. They grow best in full sun and need little maintenance once established. This plant requires well-drained soil but will tolerate poor soil conditions as long as it gets plenty of water. Trump urns have been known to attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies because of their bright colors and nectar-producing flowers.

The Silver Lace Vine is a popular choice for growing in Connecticut. It can be used to cover fences and walls or planted on its own as a ground cover. The vines grow very quickly and produce beautiful white flowers that have a yellow center.

Silver Lace Vine (Fallopia Baldschuanica)

The Silver Lace Vine is also known as a Moonflower Vine because of its large, white blooms that open during the night and close in the morning. This vine can grow up to 20 feet long and produces fragrant blooms throughout the summer months. The flowers attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees.

Vines are an attractive addition to any landscape and come in many varieties. Not only are vines beautiful, but they also add a lot of character and offer a variety of season-long interest. There are numerous vines available in the wholesale and retail markets that can be grown as ground covers, as climbing plants, or trained on supports. Many of these vines will look great in your Connecticut garden, whether they are climbing on trees, walls, fences, buildings, or trained up a wire support to grow over an arbor. This vine is easy to care for since it does not require much water or fertilizer. It grows best in full sun or partial shade but cannot handle direct sunlight for long periods of time without burning or drying out completely. This plant requires regular pruning to keep it healthy and prevent any unwanted growth from occurring.