What Tool Can I Use To Trim My Red Trumpet Vine?

Question

Since the vine is stringy, I want a tool that will not bind up. The vine is 40 years old. I hired a tree trimmer one time to cut it back. He grumbled the whole time due to his error in his time and wrong tools.

Answer 1

Your vine likely needs renovation pruning if it has not been cut back every year. If it is a big tangle, it is best to cut it to the ground this fall. Or, you can leave up to 8 inches of growth. You could use a pruning saw or just a pair of hand pruners for that job. Long handled pruners probably would get stuck. If you have electric hedge clippers, those should work, too. Here are pruning tips:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/trumpet-vine/pruning-trumpet-vines.htm

https://tnyards.utk.edu/campsis-radicans-bignonia-radicans/