Flame Vine / Orange Trumpet Vine — Pyrostegia venusta (Climber / Creeper)
Bring a blaze of color to your garden with Upjau’s premium Flame Vine (Pyrostegia venusta). Also known as the Orange Trumpet Vine or Venusta Creeper (locally “Sankrant Vel” in some parts of India), this spectacular climber bursts into dense clusters of fiery orange, tubular blooms. Perfect for fences, trellises, walls, pergolas, or as a cascading feature, it creates a dramatic visual impact like a floral flame.
Key Highlights & Benefits of Begonia Vanusta
- Dazzling Seasonal Display: Produces massed clusters of striking orange tubular flowers, especially in winter and early spring, transforming your garden into a blaze of color.
- Attracts Pollinators: The abundant nectar draws in butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees — enhancing your garden’s biodiversity.
- Fast Growing & Vigorous: Once established, Begonia Vanusta climbs rapidly and covers fences or walls beautifully.
- Adapted to Indian Climates: Thrives in tropical and subtropical zones across India.
- Low‑Maintenance After Establishment: Minimal pest issues, simple pruning, and resilient once rooted.
Care Guide: How to Grow Flame Vine Successfully
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade (at least 4–6 hours of direct sun)
- Soil: Well‑draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter or compost
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during active growth; reduce watering in monsoon/winter
- Support: Provide sturdy vertical support: trellis, arbor, fence, wires
- Pruning: Lightly prune after flowering to shape, remove dead wood, and promote new growth
- Frost Protection: In colder zones, protect from frost or grow in containers to move indoors
- Fertilizer: Feed monthly (balanced NPK or organic compost) during the growing season
- Typical Height / Spread: Up to 4–6 m in favorable conditions
- Flowering Season: Late fall through spring
- Common Names: Flame Vine, Orange Trumpet Vine, Venusta Creeper, Sankrant Vel
Tip: Use mulch around the base to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and keep roots cool.
Landscaping Uses & Design Ideas of Sankrant Vel
- Cover pergolas, arbors, and gazebos with vibrant overhead blooms
- Create a “flower wall” by growing on fences or boundary walls
- Combine Begonia Vanusta with contrasting green climbers (e.g. ivy, creeping fig) for layered texture
- Use containers near patios or balconies, then train the vine upward
- Plant near seating areas so the blossoms frame your view
Why Buy from Upjau?
- Genuine, healthy plants — grown in nursery conditions, not wild cuttings
- Secure packaging & safe transit — we take extra care so your plant arrives well
- India-wide plant delivery — serving Tamil Nadu, Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai, and more
- Expert customer support — guidance on planting, aftercare, and troubleshooting
- Replacement policy for transit damage — we stand by our product.
Transform your garden into a breathtaking spectacle with the vibrant Flame Vine (Pyrostegia venusta) — a true showstopper for any outdoor space. With Upjau, you’re not just buying a plant; you’re investing in quality, convenience, and expert care. Our nursery-grown plants arrive healthy and ready to thrive, securely packaged and delivered across India. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Upjau, the best online plant nursery in India, makes it easy to bring home this stunning climber. Don’t wait, order your Flame Vine today and let your garden glow with nature’s fiery brilliance!
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