Tecoma capensis |
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Cape Honeysuckle |
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 green, and the fall-winter flowers are orange and tubular-shaped. This shrub can tolerate sun or part shade, heat, wind, salt air. The Cape Honeysuckle has low to medium watering needs and attracts hummingbirds.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub, Vine
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Orange, Red
Flower Season
Winter, Fall
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Clay
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Seascape, Tropical
Accenting Features
Espalier, Fall Color, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Fall
Location Uses
Foundation, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Hedge, Screen, Wind Break, Fire Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.