I am an evergreen to semi-evergreen shrub or small tree with pinnate leaves and a spreading, bushy habit.
My most stunning feature is my clusters of large, trumpet-shaped flowers in vibrant shades of yellow, orange, or red that appear throughout the warm months.
I'm a fast grower and can quickly fill a space with my lush foliage and colorful blooms.
I'm drought-tolerant once established and can handle challenging conditions with grace.

I am native to the Americas, from the southern United States through Central America to South America.

I am drought-tolerant once established but appreciate regular watering during my first year.
Water me deeply once a week during dry periods.
I'm quite forgiving if you occasionally forget to water me.
Avoid overwatering, as I'm susceptible to root rot in soggy soil.

I am a true sun worshipper!
I need full, direct sunlight for at least 6-8 hours daily for the best flowering.
I can tolerate light shade but will produce fewer blooms.

I thrive in warm climates between 18°C and 35°C.
I'm sensitive to frost and may suffer damage in freezing temperatures.
I'm perfectly suited to the Indian climate in most regions.

Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil.

Space plants 3-5 feet apart for a dense hedge or screen.

Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and plant me at the same depth.

Water thoroughly after planting and mulch to retain moisture.

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth.

I can also be grown in large containers.

Feed me with a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new growth begins.
A phosphorus-rich fertilizer can encourage more prolific blooming.
Compost or well-rotted manure applied annually will keep me healthy.

Scientific Name: Tecoma stans (most common species)

Common Names: Yellow Bells, Yellow Trumpetbush, Ginger-Thomas

Plant Family: Bignoniaceae

Plant Type: Outdoor flowering shrub

All parts of me are considered toxic if ingested by pets or humans, potentially causing digestive upset.

While I'm mainly grown for my ornamental value, I do help improve air quality by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen.

Long blooming season from spring through fall

Excellent for attracting hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies

Fast-growing—quickly provides privacy and color

Drought-tolerant and relatively low maintenance

Can be used for erosion control on slopes

Aphids - May cluster on new growth and flower buds

Whiteflies - Can be problematic in some regions

Root rot - From overwatering or poor drainage

Leaf spot - Fungal issues in humid conditions

Leggy growth - May need pruning to maintain compact shape

I'm a relatively long-lived shrub! With proper care, I can thrive for 15-20 years or more, continuously producing my cheerful trumpet-shaped blooms season after season. I become more established and floriferous with each passing year.