Spektakuläre und exotische Kletterpflanze, die sich stark vermehrende trompetenförmige Blüten in dunkelrot und blutrot trägt. Eignen sich gut für Pergolas, Südwände und Zäune. Durchaus kräftig und winterfest in vielen Gebieten.

Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 70-75F (20-25C). Sow in well drained compost, just covering the seed with compost, but do not exclude light, which is beneficial to germination. Sow February to July. Sometimes slow to germinate. If no germination after 8 weeks, pre-chill for 3 weeks.

Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Transplant into a 13cm (5in) pot and plunge in a nursery bed and plant out the following spring.

They prefer a well-drained soil, with plenty of compost added and a sheltered site in full sun. Provide something for them to climb and tie in during the early stages of growth.