Tecoma stans (Yellow Elder) - Video 1
Botanical names: Tecoma stans, Bignonia stans
Common names: Yellow Elder, Yellow Bells
Family: Bignoniaceae
Origin: Tropical America
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-11
Plant form: Large bush or small tree
Mature height: 10-20 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsTecoma stans
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Yellow Elder. Beautiful small tree or shrub with yellow trumpet flowers, everblooming. Looks great as a standard.
Golden Blooms: Bright yellow trumpet-shaped flowers that light up your garden with vibrant color.
Pollinator's Delight: Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, adding lively visitors to your garden.
Drought-Tolerant: Tough and resilient, perfect for sunny spots and low-water gardens.
Long Blooming: Flowers almost all year round, providing continuous bursts of sunshine.
Compact Size: Ideal for small spaces or containers, fitting nicely into any garden layout.
Easy Care: Low-maintenance and hardy, great for gardeners of all experience levels.
Lush Greenery: Rich green foliage that stays beautiful all year, even when not in bloom.
Tropical Charm: Adds a bright, tropical feel, making every day feel like a sunny getaway.
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Golden Blooms: Bright yellow trumpet-shaped flowers that light up your garden with vibrant color.
Pollinator's Delight: Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, adding lively visitors to your garden.
Drought-Tolerant: Tough and resilient, perfect for sunny spots and low-water gardens.
Long Blooming: Flowers almost all year round, providing continuous bursts of sunshine.
Compact Size: Ideal for small spaces or containers, fitting nicely into any garden layout.
Easy Care: Low-maintenance and hardy, great for gardeners of all experience levels.
Lush Greenery: Rich green foliage that stays beautiful all year, even when not in bloom.
Tropical Charm: Adds a bright, tropical feel, making every day feel like a sunny getaway.
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot, large plant
6 Plants in stock
$29.95