2 Tecoma Stans Yellow Esperanza Starter Live Plants 7-10" Tall Fast Shipping

Tecoma stans, commonly known as Yellow Bells, Yellow Elder, or Esperanza, is a vibrant flowering shrub prized for its showy, trumpet-shaped yellow blossoms and attractive foliage. This hardy perennial adds a tropical flair to gardens and landscapes with its long blooming season from spring through fall.

These starter plants are 7 to 10 inches tall, well-rooted and ready for transplanting into your garden or a larger container. Tecoma stans is known for its heat and drought tolerance once established, making it an excellent choice for water-wise gardens.

**Growing Information:**
- **USDA Hardiness Zones:** 9-11 (can be grown as an annual in cooler climates or overwintered indoors)
- **Light Requirements:** Full sun to partial shade (best flowering occurs with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight)
- **Water Requirements:** Moderate; water regularly until established, then drought tolerant. Allow soil to dry between waterings.
- **Soil:** Well-draining soil; adaptable to various soil types including sandy, loamy, or clay soils
- **Mature Size:** Typically grows 3-6 feet tall and wide, but can reach up to 10 feet in ideal conditions
- **Growth Habit:** Fast-growing, upright shrub that can be trained as a small tree
- **Flowering:** Produces clusters of bright yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers that attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees

These plants are shipped bare-root or with minimal soil to comply with agricultural regulations. They are carefully packaged to ensure safe arrival. Upon receipt, plant promptly in well-draining soil and water thoroughly.