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Think of Chicklet Orange Tecoma as a long-blooming trumpet vine in a non-invasive, compact shrub form. Rich orange panicles provide a festive display of color, both as a garden shrub in hot areas or as a patio plant in cooler climates.
Top reasons to grow Chicklet Orange esperanza:
– Colorful orange blooms all summer
– Great in containers in cold climates
– Dwarf habit is easy to use anywhere
| Dimensions | 2 × 3 ft |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Tecoma fulva 'TEC14004' PP#33,456 |
| Zone | 8, 9, 10, 11 |
| Flower Color | Orange |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Height | 3-6' |
| Width/Spread | 2-4' |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Soil | Average, Dry, Well-drained |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Uses | Borders, Containers, Edging, Foundations, Low Hedges |
| Features | Attracts pollinators, Compact, Deer resistant, Drought tolerant, Fragrant, Heat tolerant, Native |
| Blooms On | New wood |
| Breeder | Thomas Psenner |
Light: Full sun (6+ hrs/day)
Soil: Any average soil will do, provided it is well-drained
Water: Average to low water needs; quite drought tolerant once established
Fertilizing: In the landscape, little fertilizing needed. If growing in a container as seasonal color in a cooler climate, fertilize as you would your annuals or vegetables – approximately every other week or so.
Pruning: Little needed. Prune to shape if desired in early spring.
