Clusters of vivid orange-red trumpets bloom from fall through spring. Evergreen in mild climates and a hummingbird magnet in every month it flowers.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Jan to Nov
- USDA Zones
- 9-11
- Sun
- Full Sun or Part Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 6-10'
- Bloom Colors
- OrangeRedYellow
⌘ Evergreen❖ Hummingbird Magnet✿ Pollinator Friendly✦ Low Maintenance
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About This Name
Tecoma capensis is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Cape Honeysuckle unambiguously. The genus Tecoma places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Cape Honeysuckle, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Tecoma capensis will give you the most precise results.