Species yellow bells

yellow bells

Tecoma stans GOLD STAR

The yellow bells, (Tecoma stans GOLD STAR) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has large yellow blooms with glossy green foliage and often, a sweet citrusy aroma. Its dense foliage and vibrant flowers make it a great choice for rock gardens, borders, and container gardening. Pruning in spring will help maintain its compact size and promote bright blooms all summer long. The nectar-rich flowers attract an array of pollinators, making it an excellent addition to any wildlife garden. Its drought tolerance and low maintenance requirements make it an appealing choice for any garden.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

9 - 11

Flowers:

Yellow Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Fruits:

gold,yellow,tan Fruits Ready In

Edible:

Yes

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

gold,green,yellow,tan

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Yellow bells should be watered deeply once a week in dry conditions, and 2-3 times a week in hot summer weather. When watering, it is best to water all the way to the bottom of the root ball. Water should be applied slowly and carefully to avoid runoff, and allowed to soak into the soil. When possible, water using rainwater or filtered tap water, as this will help reduce salt buildup in the soil. If using tap water, allow for a few hours of natural chlorination before watering the plant.

sunlight

Yellow bells (Tecoma stans GOLD STAR) need full sun to produce the best results in terms of flowering and overall appearance. They will be happiest if they receive 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day during the summer months. During cooler months, they can tolerate some shade, but should still get at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight a day.

pruning

Yellow bells (Tecoma stans GOLD STAR) should be pruned in the late spring or early summer. To promote new growth and promote flowering, prune back approximately 1-third of the stems. This will also ensure the plant maintains a manageable height and width. Remove any dead, diseased, or damaged branches, and only prune the stems that are necessary. Since this plant is shrub-like in shape, you may want to thin out the stems and leave open spaces to allow for additional air circulation. After pruning, apply a slow released fertilizer to help the plant recover and increase blooms.

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Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Tecoma stans GOLD STAR is usually in late summer or early fall, typically between August and October.

Starts Flowering

Yellow bells typically start flowering in late spring, usually in April or May.

Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Tecoma stans GOLD STAR is usually in late summer or early fall, typically between August and October.

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