Tecomaria capensis, commonly known as cape honeysuckle, is a fast-growing, evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub native to southern Africa. Brimming with vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers in hues of orange and yellow, it adds a burst of color to gardens and attracts hummingbirds, butterflies and bees. Cape honeysuckle thrives in the warm sunny climates of USDA zones 9-11, but is no stranger to cooler regions grown as stunning container plant.
It's not all flowery flash though. Cape honeysuckle is common in regions with low rainfall as it tolerates drought once established in the landscape. As such, it’s a popular plant in places where resilience is necessary, such as southern California where it is often used as a hedge or screen and also in wildfire-wise plantings.
