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Lydia Tecoma

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$36.99
  • Bright yellow trumpet shaped flowers from spring to fall
  • Matures to 4-5' wide by 5-6' tall
  • Remains hardy in USDA Zones 8 - 11
  • Plant in full sun locations
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You won't regret planting the Lydia™ Tecoma from the Southern Living Plant Collection! This Tecoma produces bright yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers from Spring until the first frost in Fall. Therefore, it's one of the most prolific rebloomers that you can plant! Feel free to snip these blooms off and use them in cut flower arrangements.

The Lydia Tecoma is deciduous, meaning that it will go dormant in most zones after the first frost of the season. However, some particularly warm zones will see this selection as semi-evergreen.

Spring sees its return, with glowing green new foliage. Shortly afterwards, it matures to an attractive, bold green. These leaves feature nicely serrated edges that come to a sharp spade point on the end.

Hummingbird and butterfly lovers will appreciate this shrub, as both are attracted to the tubular blooms of the Lydia Tecoma.

This perennial reaches a mature height of 5-6' H x 5' W and is naturally compact.

Use it as a foundation, hedge, garden accent, or in a mass planting. It's ideal anywhere you want loads of gorgeous blossoms nearly all growing season long.

Lydia Tecoma Care

Hardy from USDA Zones 8-11, and down to 10° F.

Full Sun (6+ hours) encourages maximum bloom potential. This variety features a notable heat tolerance.

Plant in well-draining soil for best results. However, the Lydia Tecoma tolerates most native soil types as well.

Water regularly until well-established. This will improve its ability to survive in the long-term, as it allows roots to penetrate more deeply. Afterward, supplemental watering is only required in times of dry weather.

Fertilize with a granular fertilizer high in Phosphorus and Potassium (such as 8-10-10) in early spring and summer. This will encourage bloom production in the Lydia Tecoma. Use a balanced slow-release fertilizer (such as 10-10-10) in early fall to promote growth to prepare it for the next growing season.

Interested in a very similar plant to the Lydia Tecoma, but with orange-red blossoms? Check out the Bells of Fire Tecoma!

Care & Use

Getting Started: Understanding Your New Plant

Review your plant's information on our website or the tag that comes with it. Be mindful of sunlight preferences, soil type, and spacing needs.

Our plants are adaptable but grow best in the correct USDA Zones. Click here to learn more about your USDA Zone.

Planting Instructions

Dig a Hole

First, dig a hole three times the width of the root ball of your plant. This makes it easier for the root system to spread out quickly. Dig the hole deep enough that your plant will sit level with or slightly above the ground around it.

Amend Your Soil

Mix your native soil with rich gardening soil to provide extra nutrients and support plant growth. If your soil is clay-heavy, we recommend mixing your native clay soil with equal parts of Pine Bark mulch to improve drainage and the overall breathability of your soil.

Place Your Plant

Examine the roots. If they appear tightly bound, gently coax them apart; this ensures they can spread into the new soil. Place your plant in the hole so the top of the rootball is even with the surrounding soil—Backfill around it with the amended soil mixture. The roots need access to oxygen for your plant to thrive, so do not cover the rootball; place soil around it.

Mulch Your Plants

Top the soil beneath your plant with 3-4 inches of mulch to help it retain moisture. Be careful not to cover the rootball - your new plants roots need access to oxygen.

Water Your Plant

Soak the plant with a hose afterward to hydrate the plant, as well as get the soil and mulch situated. Develop a regular watering schedule based on your plant's needs and local weather patterns. Remember, over watering is just as, if not more, harmful than under watering.

Spacing Recommendations

Lydia Tecoma Spacing Recommendations

For a seamless planting, plant your Lydia Tecoma 3-4 feet apart. Otherwise, space them 5+ feet apart for gaps between plants.

  • Scientific Name
    Tecoma 'TEC60109105' PP24169
  • Hardiness Zone
    8, 9, 10, 11
  • Sun Exposure
    Full Sun
  • Evergreen or Deciduous
    Deciduous
  • Features
    Aromatic, Attracts Birds / Butterflies, Disease Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Flowering, Heat Tolerant, Reblooming, Sun Loving
  • Feature Color
    Green, Yellow
  • Uses
    Accent, Border, Container, Mass Planting
  • Water Needs
    Medium
  • Bloom Season
    Spring, Fall

Growing Zones : 8, 9, 10, and 11

Map of USDA Zones 8-11
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Lydia Tecoma

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You won't regret planting the Lydia™ Tecoma from the Southern Living Plant Collection! This Tecoma produces bright yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers from Spring until the first frost in Fall. Therefore, it's one of the most prolific rebloomers that you can plant! Feel free to snip these blooms off and use them in cut flower arrangements.

The Lydia Tecoma is deciduous, meaning that it will go dormant in most zones after the first frost of the season. However, some particularly warm zones will see this selection as semi-evergreen.

Spring sees its return, with glowing green new foliage. Shortly afterwards, it matures to an attractive, bold green. These leaves feature nicely serrated edges that come to a sharp spade point on the end.

Hummingbird and butterfly lovers will appreciate this shrub, as both are attracted to the tubular blooms of the Lydia Tecoma.

This perennial reaches a mature height of 5-6' H x 5' W and is naturally compact.

Use it as a foundation, hedge, garden accent, or in a mass planting. It's ideal anywhere you want loads of gorgeous blossoms nearly all growing season long.

Lydia Tecoma Care

Hardy from USDA Zones 8-11, and down to 10° F.

Full Sun (6+ hours) encourages maximum bloom potential. This variety features a notable heat tolerance.

Plant in well-draining soil for best results. However, the Lydia Tecoma tolerates most native soil types as well.

Water regularly until well-established. This will improve its ability to survive in the long-term, as it allows roots to penetrate more deeply. Afterward, supplemental watering is only required in times of dry weather.

Fertilize with a granular fertilizer high in Phosphorus and Potassium (such as 8-10-10) in early spring and summer. This will encourage bloom production in the Lydia Tecoma. Use a balanced slow-release fertilizer (such as 10-10-10) in early fall to promote growth to prepare it for the next growing season.

Interested in a very similar plant to the Lydia Tecoma, but with orange-red blossoms? Check out the Bells of Fire Tecoma!

Pot size

  • 1.5 Gallon
  • 2.5 Quart
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