Cape Honeysuckle Yellow (Tecoma Capensis 'Yellow') is a cheerful, fast-growing indigenous shrub ideal for creating lively hedges or framework plantings in flower beds. Covered in clusters of trumpet-shaped yellow blooms from spring to late autumn, it brings brightness and movement to any garden.
Why You'll Love It:
• Clusters of trumpet-shaped yellow blooms from spring to late autumn
• Cheerful, fast-growing indigenous shrub
• Ideal for creating lively hedges or framework plantings
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and nectar-loving birds
• Indigenous favourite thrives in full sun
• Tolerates both coastal and inland Western Cape conditions
• Waterwise and semi-water smart
• Light pruning keeps it neat and encourages more flowers
• Excellent hedge or screening plant
Planting & Care:
Plant 1-1.5m apart for hedging in full sun to semi-shade with well-drained soil. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce as plant becomes more drought-tolerant. Light pruning keeps it neat and encourages more flowers. Feed with balanced fertilizer in spring.
| Botanical Name | Tecoma Capensis 'Yellow' |
| Growth Expectancy | 3m - 4m H x 3m - 4m W |
| Position | Sun/ Semi-Shade |
| Water Smart | Semi-Water Smart |
| Indigenous | Yes |
