| Botanical Name | Tecoma stans 'Sparklette' |
| Description | A dwarf, heat-resilient selection of Yellow Bells that offers a more manageable size for residential landscapes. It is exceptionally resilient in Houston's intense summer sun. While drought-tolerant once established, it requires excellent drainage and will struggle in low spots or heavy, saturated clay that holds water for long periods. |
| Exposure | Full Sun (Required for maximum blooming) |
| Height x Width | 3-4' Height x 3-4' Width |
| Water | Low to Moderate; very drought-tolerant but benefits from supplemental water during the peak of Houston's dry summer heat. |
| Zones | 9 - 11 (Treat as a root-hardy perennial in Zone 8b) |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer to maintain bloom production. |
| Pruning | Prune back in late winter to remove any freeze-damaged wood and to shape the plant for the new season. |
| Deer Resistance | High |
| Botanical Name | Tecoma stans 'Sparklette' |
| Description | A dwarf, heat-resilient selection of Yellow Bells that offers a more manageable size for residential landscapes. It is exceptionally resilient in Houston's intense summer sun. While drought-tolerant once established, it requires excellent drainage and will struggle in low spots or heavy, saturated clay that holds water for long periods. |
| Exposure | Full Sun (Required for maximum blooming) |
| Height x Width | 3-4' Height x 3-4' Width |
| Water | Low to Moderate; very drought-tolerant but benefits from supplemental water during the peak of Houston's dry summer heat. |
| Zones | 9 - 11 (Treat as a root-hardy perennial in Zone 8b) |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer to maintain bloom production. |
| Pruning | Prune back in late winter to remove any freeze-damaged wood and to shape the plant for the new season. |
| Deer Resistance | High |