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Tecoma capensis 'Aurea'

Cape Honeysuckle, Aurea

Plant photo of: Tecoma capensis 'Aurea'
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Information by:         Photographer: Janet Hunter

 

Description

The Cape Honeysuckle is an evergreen shrub that grows to 8' tall with pruning, or a vine that reaches 20' with support. The leaflets are shiny light green, and the fall through spring flowers are yellow and tubular shaped. 'Aurea' can be espaliered or used on hot dry sunny slopes for erosion control. This shrub can tolerate sun or part shade, heat, wind and salt air. The Cape Honeysuckle is drought tolerant and attracts hummingbirds. -Cornflower Farms

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Vine

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Winter, Spring, Fall

Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Clay

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

Espalier, Fall Color, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Cascade, Hedge, Screen, Wind Break

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.