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Tecomanthe speciosa.


Tecomanthe speciosa. Tecomanthe speciosa.

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
A large vigorous climber that is one of our rarest of native plants in the wild. From Three Kings Island group. Lush dark green leaves look magnificent. In summer large clusters of creamy trumpet-shaped flowers grow out of the older stems. Flowers provide necter for the Tuis at a time when food can be scarce. Protect from frost, allow plenty of room.

 
Genus
Tecomanthe
Species   speciosa.
Cultivar  

Common name
Tecomanthe

Family name
Bignoniaceae
Place of origin
Three Kings Islands, New Zealand


DETAILS
Height
10 m
Width
3 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen

Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Prefer good loamy soil

Moisture
Soil must be well drained

Exposure
Prefers a semi-shaded site / Tolerates coastal sites / Tolerates some frost

Enthusiast / Indigenous / Magnificent / Nourishment / Paradise / Sanctuary / Texture

Climbers

Category
Twining stems or curling tendrils, over 5 metre.
Availability
We have this currently available in a PB 6.5 container. Ask for it at your retailer.
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