Tecoma ‘Cape Honey Suckle’ Yellow

Description

Tecoma capensis (Cape Honeysuckle)
A tough, fast-growing burst of colour for any garden 🌿🧡
Cape Honeysuckle is a hardy, indigenous South African shrub loved for its vibrant tubular flowers and lush, evergreen foliage. Flowering mainly from autumn through spring (often year-round in mild climates), it brings continuous colour and attracts sunbirds, bees, and butterflies to your garden.
Key Features:
Height: 2–3m (can be pruned lower or trained as a climber)
Width: 2–3m spread
Flowers: Orange most common (also red and yellow forms available)
Foliage: Dense, glossy green leaves
Growth rate: Fast-growing and easy to shape
Growing Conditions:
Sun: Full sun to semi-shade
Water: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Soil: Adaptable, prefers well-drained soil
Care: Prune regularly to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth
Why you’ll love it:
Indigenous and eco-friendly
Excellent for hedges, screening, or informal climbers
Attracts birds and pollinators
Low maintenance and wind-tolerant
Perfect for:
Coastal gardens
Wildlife-friendly planting
Quick privacy hedges