Flame Vine
Pyrostegia venusta
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jul 16, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Flame Vine
Flame Vine (Pyrostegia venusta) is a vigorous tropical vine from South America producing spectacular cascades of vivid orange tubular flowers primarily in winter and early spring — peak bloom in NE Florida. It climbs vigorously by tendrils and is zone 9b hardy, though it requires consistent pruning to prevent it from overrunning other plants. Starting at $64.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Winter, Spring
- Flower Color
- Orange
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Handles summer heat well once established.
Ideal planting window.
Bloom season. Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Demands full sun for the best bloom display; partial shade significantly reduces flowering. In NE Florida, plant in the sunniest available location on a sturdy fence, trellis, or pergola.
Highly drought-tolerant once established; prefers lean, dry conditions and actually blooms better with some water stress. Water sparingly in NE Florida — established plants rarely need irrigation beyond seasonal rainfall.
Thrives in poor, sandy, well-drained soil — the typical NE Florida landscape condition. Avoid rich soil or heavy fertilization which promotes foliage over flowers. Prune after bloom in late spring to control vigorous growth; note that UF/IFAS lists this vine as a potential problem species in natural areas — avoid planting near native habitat.
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Common questions
Is Flame Vine a good plant for St. Augustine?
Flame Vine is a vine for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 15-25 feet × 10-20 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.