Tecoma x smithii (Orange Bells)

Tecoma x smithii (Orange Bells)

Native to: South America

Size: 8-12+ feet wide by 8-12+ feet tall

• Sun: Full sun to part sun
• Hardiness: to the mid 20's
• Water: Low (1-2 times weekly during dry months)
• Flowers: Beautiful orange flowers with a tubular base
• Attracts: Nectar eating creatures
• Pests: none observed
• Other Information: Pruneable, This plant is thought to be a hybrid between the central Mexican Tecoma stans forma velutina and the South African Tecoma [Tecomaria] capensis.
• Great Links to learn more:
• https://www.smgrowers.com/products/plants/plantdisplay.asp?plant_id=1535
• http://www.californiagardens.com/Plant_Pages/tecoma_smithii.htm
• https://www.bamboopipeline.com/shrubs/tecoma-x-smithii-orange-jubilee-t-x-alata.html