Yellow Bells Tecoma (Tecoma Stans)

Yellow Bells, scientifically known as Tecoma stans, is a fast-growing, flowering shrub belonging to the Bignoniaceae family. Native to the Americas, this hardy plant typically reaches 1–2 m in height and 1–1.5 m in width, making it suitable for gardens, hedges, and landscape borders.

The plant features glossy, oval-shaped green leaves arranged oppositely along its woody stems. Its most striking feature is the bright yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom in clusters during the summer and fall. Each flower is approximately 5 cm long and has a sweet fragrance that attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Following flowering, the plant produces long, slender seed pods that turn brown when mature.

Yellow Bells is highly adaptable, tolerating a wide range of soil types and climatic conditions. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, requires moderate watering, and is drought-tolerant once established.

Caring for your Yellow Bells Tecoma

Difficulty level: Easy
Light requirement: Full sun
Watering schedule: Moderate; water regularly during growth periods, drought-tolerant once established
Soil type: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil
Humidity: Moderate
Fertilization: Every 2–3 months during growing season
Pruning: Remove dead or weak branches to maintain shape and encourage flowering
Pet friendliness: Non-toxic