Chicklet® Red Esperanza (Tecoma)

(Esperanza) Enjoy the tropical blooms of Chicklet® Red Tecoma! Hardy in zones 8-11, this is the perfect, heat-loving shrub for those in the south! Those in the Northern zones can still enjoy the beauty of this Tecoma as well during the summer if grown as an annual. Chicklet® Red Tecoma features fire-engine red blooms that appear in a long, trumpet shape. You will also notice a slight yellow tint in the center of the flower. Hummingbirds love to come and visit these blooms, as well as pollinators. It can reach a height of around 3-4 feet and a width of around 2-3 feet. Grow in full sun and well-drained soils. Easy to care for, this Tecoma does not require much trimming or maintenance to look fabulous. It is drought tolerant once established, and it blooms on new growth so can be trimmed in the early spring. It is also deer-resistant so you won't have to worry about these critters eating the plant. Enjoy this shrub in containers as well as planted in the garden or landscape for a bright show of color during the summer! Chicklet® Red Tecoma is a Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Flowering Shrub.