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A stunning shrub that is easy to grow! The Bells of Fire Tecoma is a compact version that produces red-orange trumpet like blooms. Bloom season is generous, lasting from spring until frost. It is easy to grow, it is self-cleaning, and loves the sun!
The foliage is green and upright, a larger fern appearance. The blooms are a fire red- orange, trumpet shaped and last from spring till the first frost. It has a compact habit and will fit in anywhere sunny you decide to plant it. The Bells of Fire Tecoma grows to be four to six feet tall and three to four feet wide. It brings butterflies and hummingbirds to your yard. Uses include border planting, mass planting, planting as a hedge, and looks great in containers!
Bells of Fire Tecoma Care
This is a sun loving plant. It prefers to be planted in full sun but will tolerate small amounts of shade. It will grow easily in well drained soil that is fertile. Water needs are average. After the Bells of Fire Tecoma is established, it can tolerate dry conditions. Fertilizer should be applied during the spring. Pruning and trimming should be done in the early spring. Deadheading is not necessary to promote rebloom.
Bells of Fire Tecoma Spacing
When planted individually, you should space your Bells of Fire Tecoma 5’ feet, center on center. When planting for borders and hedges, spacing should be 2’-3’ feet, center on center.
Bells of Fire Esperanza (Tecoma) Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 8-11 |
| Flower Color(s): Bright Red |
| Bloom Period: Spring to Fall |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun |
| Height: 5-6 Feet |
| Spread: 5 Feet |
| Habit: Compact |
| Watering: Medium |
| Features: Cut Flowers, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant, Rebloomer, Attracts Butterflies |
| Scientific Name: Tecoma 'TEC6010916' PP24170 |
| Common Name: Bells of Fire Tecoma |
| Brand: Southern Living Plants |
- SKU:
- TECBOF
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
#5 Pot
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-Ordered Plants
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 24th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
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