Tecoma capensis growing shrub of the genus Tecoma also known as Cape honeysuckle, Tecoma capensis perennial evergreen or deciduous plant, used as orTecoma capensisntal hedge plant and attract pollinators, can grow in subtropical, mediterranean, desert, temperate or tropic climate and grow in hardiness zone 9+.
Leaves color green in elliptic shape with pinnate structure and serrated margins.
Tecoma capensis flower
Flower color yellow, white, red or orange in trumpet shape.
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Requirements for Tecoma capensis growing and care:
Well-drained soil
What is the best way to start growing?
Plant / Seed / Vegetative reproduction
Is it necessary to graft or use vegetative reproduction?
No
Difficulties or problems when growing:
Invasive
Planting season:
Spring / Summer / Autumn
Pests and diseases:
Aphids
Pruning season:
Autumn / Winter
How to prune:
Just for design
Size of the plant?
2-3m, 6-10 feet
Growth speed in optimal condition:
Fast growing / Medium growing
Water requirement:
Small amount of water / Average amount of water
Light conditions in optimal condition for growing:
Full Sun / Half Shade
Is it possible to grow as houseplant?
No
Growing is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers:
Yes
Blooming information
Bloom season?
Spring / Summer / Autumn
General information about the flower:
Trumpet shape flower in the color red, white, yellow to orange
Scientific name: Tecoma capensis