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Golden Trumpet

Also known as

Common trumpetvine and Yellow allamanda

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Allamanda cathartica

Genus

Allamanda

Family

Apocynaceae

Order

Gentianales

How to care for Golden Trumpet

💦 Water

How often to water your Golden Trumpet

Golden Trumpet needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Golden Trumpet in your home

Golden Trumpet love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Golden Trumpet does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Golden Trumpet in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Golden Trumpet

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Golden Trumpet: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Golden Trumpet after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Golden Trumpet is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Golden Trumpet →

Common Golden Trumpet Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Golden Trumpet prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Golden Trumpet Water Frequency →

Golden Trumpet Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Golden Trumpet requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Golden Trumpet Light Requirements →

Golden Trumpet Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Golden Trumpet is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Golden Trumpet is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

🪴 Soil

Golden Trumpet does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Golden Trumpet →

When and How to Successfully Repot Golden Trumpet →

What Are Healthy Golden Trumpet Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Golden Trumpet is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

How Much and When to Fertilize Golden Trumpet →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Golden Trumpet is a naturally climbing plant and can be trained to climb indoors if you provide a moss pole or trellis. The newest growth will emerge from the end of the stems.

Golden Trumpet Lifecycle →

Golden Trumpet Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Golden Trumpet →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Golden Trumpet can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Golden Trumpet Temperature Tolerance →

Golden Trumpet Hardiness Zones →

Is Golden Trumpet a Weed? →

🌱 Propagation

Golden Trumpet can be propagated by the stem method. To propagate:

Make a cut just above the node. The node is the break in the stem where the leaf emerges.
To get the cutting to root, you can either:
- Place the cutting in water until roots emerge and are ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
- Place the cutting directly into well-draining soil and water when dry.

How to Propagate Golden Trumpet →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Golden Trumpet, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.