Tecoma stans

Yellow Trumpet Bush

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Tropical shrub with vibrant yellow trumpet-shaped flowers, semi-deciduous foliage, and vigorous growth habit suitable for warm climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Yellow Trumpet Bush
Family Brugmansia
Genus Tecoma
Species Stans
Origin Mexico / Caribbean
Blooming Continuous in tropics, spring to fall elsewhere
Leaf Color Dark green / Medium green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Fertile, well-draining loam with good organic content

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Watering

Water regularly during growing season, allow soil to dry between waterings, reduce in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required for optimal flowering; tolerates partial shade

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly from March to September

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Pruning

Prune heavily after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 8 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
8000 – 40000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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