Cape Town™ Red Tecomaria

Tecomaria capensis hybrid 'DWRE001' PP31200

An exciting breakthrough in cape honeysuckle breeding. These bushy plants are perfect for smaller spaces and won’t grow out of control. In frost free climates, these evergreen plants bloom through winter —a great food source for pollinators.

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Light Needs

Full Sun to Part Shade

USDA Zones

USDA Zones 9a - 11b

mature dimensions

4-5′ high x 3′ wide

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More About Cape Town™ Red Tecomaria

Bloom/Feature

Brightly colored flowers bloom continuously until frost

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Deciduous

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to 20°F to 30°F

Key Features

Attracts Birds / Butterflies, Compact Habit, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant, Heat Tolerance, Reblooming, Salt Tolerance, Water-wise

Flowering Season

Summer to Fall

Uses

Accent, Border, Container, Firescaping, Low Hedge, Mass Planting

Water Needs

Low

Fertilize

Feed throughout growing season

Pruning

Not required; dead-heading promotes new growth

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun to part shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Plant 1-2″ above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil

• Water deeply to settle, then add more soil if needed

• Mulch 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem