Tecoma capensis 'Flame'

Also Known As

Bignonia capensis
Tecomaria capensis
Flame Cape Honeysuckle

Plant type

shrub, vine

size

H: 6'-22'
W: 4'

planting zones

9a-11

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Tecoma capensis 'Flame' plant details

Tecoma capensis 'Flame' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub or vine with green foliage. In fall, summer and winter orange flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic and alkaline soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tecoma capensis 'Flame'

Plant type: shrub or vine
Plant family: bignoniaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 0 FT - 4 FT - wide, 6 FT - 22 FT - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in fall, summer and winter
Uses: espalier

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tecoma capensis 'Flame'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
Soil needs: acidic and alkaline

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This Almost Eden exclusive introduction boasts clusters of glowing deep reddish orange 2" upward facing tubular blooms that are perfect for Hummingbirds and butterflies. Flowering from summer and often well into winter this hardy heat and sun-loving tropical can be grown as a shrub, vine, or espalier. Cape Honeysuckle is evergreen in frost free climates and is deciduous in the cooler portions of its range. Above zone 9 it is likely to freeze to the ground in winter but may return from the roots if mulched and protected although flowering may be reduced. Very good drought tolerance once well established.