Overview
Tecoma is a shrub or small tree shrubs in the genus Tecoma, part of the Bignoniaceae family, with evergreen or semi-evergreen foliage. Tecoma grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include hedging and ornamental plantings.
About
Tecoma, commonly known as trumpet bush or yellow bells, is a genus of evergreen or semi-evergreen shrubs and small trees within the Bignoniaceae family. These plants feature pinnately compound leaves and clusters of trumpet-shaped flowers that appear at the ends of branches, typically in spring and summer. Suited to full sun and sheltered, south-facing aspects, Tecoma thrives in fertile, well-drained loam with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is often used for hedging and ornamental plantings, and can be propagated by softwood or semi-ripe cuttings during the warmer months.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Tecoma
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Tecoma size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs, Climber Wall Shrub, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Shrub or small tree
- Foliage
- Evergreen or semi-evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Hedging, ornamental plantings
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Tecoma
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings in late spring, semi-ripe cuttings in summer
- Pest resistance
- Aphids
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus in gardens where it is present but insufficient data to determine degree of susceptibility
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Tecoma?
Tecoma prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Tecoma need?
Tecoma grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Tecoma hardy in the UK?
Tecoma has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Tecoma?
Softwood cuttings in late spring, semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
