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Tecoma stans Bells of Fire™ PP24170

Scientific Name: Tecoma stans 'TEC6010916'

Also Known As

  • Tecoma x 'Bells of Fire'
  • Tecoma x Bells of Fire™
  • Bells of Fire™ Tecoma

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 5'-6'
  • W: 5'-6'

planting zones

  • 8b-10b

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Tecoma stans Bells of Fire™ PP24170 plant details

Tecoma stans Bells of Fire™ PP24170 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer orange and red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tecoma stans Bells of Fire™ PP24170

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: bignoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tecoma stans Bells of Fire™ PP24170

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This exciting new hybrid has lots of flower power! The bright orange-red, bell-shaped flowers bloom continuously throughout the summer making it an ideal plant for the patio or garden. In trials done at the University of Colorado, Bells of Fire™ Tecoma was named one of the best blooming annuals for the summer garden. This tecoma has a compact, nicely branched growth habit and promises stunning floral color in the summer garden.

Gardening facts about Tecoma stans Bells of Fire™ PP24170 plant

How to Grow Tecoma stans Bells of Fire™ PP24170

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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aka Tecoma stans 'Esperanza', Yellow Bells, Yellow Esperanza

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial, Vine

Zones

8a-11

Size

Height: 4'-18'

Width: 3'-12'

  • sun
  • regular
Photo of Tecoma stans flower, form by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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aka Tecoma x alata 'Flaming Belles'

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7a-11

Size

Height: 8'

Width: 6'

  • sun - bright shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Tecoma 'Flaming Belles' flower, form by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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aka Bignonia radicans, Tecoma radicans, Cow-Itch Vine, Hummingbird Vine, Trumpet Creeper

Plant Type

Perennial, Vine

Zones

4a-10b

Size

Height: 35'-40'

Width: 8'-15'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • occasional
Photo of Campsis radicans flower, form by Anneli Salo
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aka Bignonia chinensis, Bignonia grandiflora, Campsis chinensis, Tecoma chinensis, Tecoma grandiflora, Chinese Trumpet Creeper

Plant Type

Perennial, Vine

Zones

6a-11

Size

Height: 20'-25'

Width: 5'-30'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
Photo of Campsis grandiflora flower by Dalgial
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Scientific Name: Tecoma stans 'Lonesp'

aka Tecoma stans 'Gold Star', Gold Star Esperanza, Gold Star™ Esperanza

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

Zones

10a-12

Size

Height: 3'-20'

Width: 2'-4'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • low
Photo of Tecoma stans Gold Star™ flower by The Ruth Bancroft Garden
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