Overview
Tecoma capensis 'Apricot' is a bushy shrubs in the genus Tecoma, part of the Bignoniaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Tecoma capensis 'Apricot' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, patio and container plants and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Tecoma capensis 'Apricot' is a bushy evergreen shrub cultivar of the Tecoma genus, which includes shrubs, trees, and climbers with pinnately compound leaves and clusters of funnel-shaped flowers. This cultivar thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with neutral pH. Suitable for city and courtyard gardens, patios, containers, conservatories, and greenhouses, it requires support when grown as a climber. Tecoma capensis 'Apricot' is hardy to H1c and is propagated by seed sown in spring or semi-hardwood cuttings in summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Tecoma
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1c
Plant details
Tecoma capensis 'Apricot' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs, Climber Wall Shrub, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Tecoma capensis 'Apricot'
- Propagation
- Seed sown at 18-21°C (64-70°F) in spring, semi-hardwood cuttings in summer
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite and glasshouse whitefly
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to honey fungus in gardens where it is present
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Tecoma capensis 'Apricot'?
Tecoma capensis 'Apricot' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Tecoma capensis 'Apricot' need?
Tecoma capensis 'Apricot' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Tecoma capensis 'Apricot' hardy in the UK?
Tecoma capensis 'Apricot' has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Tecoma capensis 'Apricot'?
Seed sown at 18-21°C (64-70°F) in spring, semi-hardwood cuttings in summer.
