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Tecomaria capensis

Family Bignoniaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level
Height 1.5 - 9 m (5 - 30 ft)
Spread 2 - 3 m (6.5 - 10 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The shrub Tecomaria capensis (cape honeysuckle) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and bright red blooms. The showy glossy foliage is deep green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Tecomaria capensis (cape honeysuckle) has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Tecomaria capensis (cape honeysuckle) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, container, ground cover, hedge, foundation, specimen, screening, topiary and tropical.
Special Characteristics Birds and hummingbirds are attracted to Tecomaria capensis . Tecomaria capensis is tolerant of drought and salt.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Tecomaria capensis (cape honeysuckle) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Tecomaria capensis (cape honeysuckle) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.