Tecoma stans

Yellow Elder

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Common Name: 

Yellow Elder

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5): 

Water (From 0 to 5): 

Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

10°C

Maximum height: 

610 cm

Maximum width: 

610 cm

Yellow Elder (Tecoma stans) - Description

Yellow Elders have a native range from Southern U.S. (Texas mostly) to Guatemala. They are known for their large yellow flowers that are shaped like downward trumpets or bells. In nature Yellow Elders grow as large shrubs, but they can be trained to have one central trunk to grow as a small tree.

Yellow Elder (Tecoma stans) - Blooming

Blooms between winter and summer, 5-lobed, funnel-shaped flowers in yellow, orange, or red.

Yellow Elder (Tecoma stans) - Growth

Evergreen climbers, scrambling shrubs, and erect trees. Tecomas do well in full sun. Plant height varies depending on variety. One species of Tecoma will reach a height of 20 ft. Train scrambling species over an arch. Others make nice specimen plants. Less hardy species (those not grown in warm climates), should be raised in a cool or temperate greenhouse.

Yellow Elder (Tecoma stans) - Planting

Sow seeds in spring when temperatures reach 64-70°F (18-21°C). Can also propagate from semi-ripe cuttings in summer.

Yellow Elder (Tecoma stans) - Pest

Whiteflies and spider mites.

Yellow Elder (Tecoma stans) - Soil and irrigation

Tecoma plants require little water. One species of plant requires deep soil in order to prosper.

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