Name: Tecoma stans 'Goldstar' (Goldstar Esperanza)

Average Landscape Size: 3–5 ft tall × 3–4 ft wide; can reach 6 ft if unpruned; compact, bushy habit

Sun Requirements: Full sun; 6+ hours daily for best flowering

Water Needs: Low; drought tolerant once established

Deer Resistance: High

Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 8–11; may freeze back but returns from roots in Willis

Fertilization & Pruning: Low-nitrogen fertilizer in spring; prune in late winter

Detailed Description: This Goldstar Esperanza is pure sunshine with bright yellow trumpet flowers that bloom continuously from spring until first freeze! Keep it 3 to 5 feet or let it reach 6 feet. Here in Willis, this is perfect for adding reliable color that handles our heat and drought conditions beautifully. Butterflies absolutely love it, and it blooms non-stop with minimal care. Even if it freezes back during hard winters, it bounces right back from the roots more vigorous than ever. Perfect for sunny spots that need dependable color!