Tecoma Red Rare All Time Flowering Live Plant

Add a touch of tropical brilliance to your garden with the Tecoma Red (Tecomaria capensis), also known as Red Cape Honeysuckle or Bells of Fire. Native to Southern Africa, this fast-growing, evergreen shrub is celebrated for its fiery red trumpet-shaped blooms and lush green foliage. It thrives in Indian climates and is perfect for both beginner and seasoned gardeners. Plant Type Air layered... Read Full Description

Add a touch of tropical brilliance to your garden with the Tecoma Red (Tecomaria capensis), also known as Red Cape Honeysuckle or Bells of Fire. Native to Southern Africa, this fast-growing, evergreen shrub is celebrated for its fiery red trumpet-shaped blooms and lush green foliage. It thrives in Indian climates and is perfect for both beginner and seasoned gardeners.

Plant Type	Air layered, bushy
Plant Size	Approximately 2 ft
Family	Bignoniaceae
Botanical Name	Tecoma capensis
Common Name	Tecoma Red, Bells of Fire, Red Cape Honeysuckle
First Bloom	2 Months
Flower Colour	Red
Flowering Frequency	Throughout The Year
Temperature	20°C to 32°C
Sunlight	Full sun
Growth Form	Shrub
Lifespan	Perennial
Maintenance Required	Easy

✨ Why You'll Love the Tecoma Red Plant

Flowers All Year:

Tecoma Red gives beautiful red flowers almost all year in warm weather. 

Attracts Pollinators:

Bees, butterflies, and sunbirds love this plant! It makes your garden more active and full of life.

Easy to Grow:

This plant is low maintenance, can handle dry weather, and doesn’t get pests easily.

Fast Growth:

Fills up space quickly, giving instant greenery and colour.

🌟 Plant Details

🌿 Leaves:

The plant features glossy, dark green leaves arranged in groups of 5 to 9 small leaflets. The dense, bushy foliage not only looks beautiful but also provides an excellent backdrop for its striking red flowers.

🌸 Flowers:

Tecoma Red produces bright red, trumpet-shaped flowers. These grow in clusters at the tips of branches, creating a bold and eye-catching display. 

🌺 Fragrance:

While the plant is not known for its fragrance, its visual appeal makes it a stunning ornamental choice. The lack of strong scent also makes it suitable for people sensitive to floral fragrances.

🪴Growing Guide

☀️ Sunlight 

Needs 5 to 6 hours of direct sunlight every day for best blooming.

Can tolerate partial shade, but will produce fewer blooms

In shaded areas, rotate or reposition the plant occasionally for even light exposure

🌡️ Climate & Temperature

Perfect for warm regions in India – tropical, subtropical, or semi-arid.

Ideal temperature is 20°C to 32°C.

Can handle some cold, but leaves may fall if temperature drops below 5°C.

🌱 Soil 

Well-draining soil is best – avoids root rot by letting excess water flow out easily.

Avoid heavy or clay soil – if your soil is dense, mix it with sand or cocopeat for better drainage.

Mix in organic compost or well-rotted cow dung manure during planting – this boosts soil nutrients and plant health.

Loose, airy soil helps roots grow freely and keeps the plant stable.

💧 Watering 

Water only when the topsoil feels dry to the touch. This helps avoid overwatering and keeps the roots healthy.

In summer, the plant may need more frequent watering, especially if it’s grown in a pot or grow bag.

Reduce watering during rainy or cooler seasons, as the soil stays moist for longer.

Water deeply but less often. This helps the plant grow deeper, stronger roots.

🪴 Pot or Ground

Can be grown in both pots and ground – perfect for any garden size or space.

In Pots:

Use a 12-inch pot or grow bag with proper drainage holes.

Helps prevent overwatering and protects roots from rotting.

Grows up to 4–5 feet tall, ideal for balconies, terraces, and patios.

In the Ground:

Grows up to 6–7 feet tall and wide.

Best for large gardens, borders, and open landscapes.

Great choice for natural fencing, hedges, or background planting.

✨ Fertiliser Tips

Feed your Tecoma Red plant once a month during the growing season using organic options for best results:

Bone Meal: Helps with flower and root growth

Cow Dung & Bio Potash: Makes soil rich and healthy

Trichoderma: Protects roots from fungus

📝 Tips:

Always loosen the topsoil slightly before adding fertiliser to help the plant absorb nutrients better.

Water the plant immediately after fertilising.

Avoid fertilising when the plant is in full bloom, as this can disturb the natural flowering process.

✂️ Pruning & Care

Prune after flowers dry (late winter or early spring)

Remove dead or weak branches to help new growth

You can cut the plant back by one-third to shape it

Deadhead (remove old flowers) to get more blooms

Great for training on walls or trellises

🐛 Common Problems & Solutions

Aphids, mealybugs, scales: Use neem oil or Beauveria Bassiana.

Yellow Leaves: Means lack of nutrients, add organic fertiliser.

Wilted Leaves: May be due to overwatering or poor drainage.

Cold Damage: Prune dead stems in early spring.

Note: There are quite a few processes and steps to be done by us to make sure the plants are shipped very safely. Hence please allow us 5-7 business days for processing and shipping your orders. Orders are usually shipped on Mondays and Tuesdays to ensure that the shipments are not held up during weekends.

Plants if damaged while transit will be replaced free of cost. We will need uncut unboxing video for processing the replacement