- **Type**: Evergreen shrub or scrambling vine (in warm climates); deciduous in cooler zones

- **Height**: 3 to 6 feet (0.9 to 1.8 meters) as a bush; up to 10-15 feet (3-4.5 meters) if trained as a vine

- **Width**: 3 to 6 feet (0.9 to 1.8 meters)

- **Growth Habit**: Upright, bushy when pruned; sprawling or climbing with support

- **Foliage**:

- Glossy, dark green, pinnate leaves, 4 to 6 inches long (10 to 15 cm)

- 5 to 9 oval leaflets with slightly serrated edges

- Evergreen in frost-free areas; may drop in cold winters

- **Flowers**:

- Clusters of tubular, bright red to deep red blooms

- Each flower 2 to 3 inches long (5 to 7.5 cm)

- Bloom season: Spring to fall (April to October), year-round in mild climates

- Lightly fragrant, attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees

- **Fruit**:

- Slender, pod-like capsules, 4 to 6 inches long (10 to 15 cm), containing winged seeds

- Not ornamentally significant

- **Light**: Full sun (6+ hours daily) for best flowering; tolerates partial shade

- **Soil**:

- Well-drained; adapts to sandy, loamy, or average soils

- Slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0 to 7.0)

- **Watering**: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established, water regularly during first year

- **Hardiness**: USDA Zones 9 to 11 (20°F or -6°C; may regrow from roots in Zone 9 with protection)

- **Wildlife**: Attracts pollinators (hummingbirds, butterflies, bees); not reliably deer-resistant

- **Care**:

- Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain bushy shape or control size

- Fertilize lightly with a balanced mix (e.g., 10-10-10) in spring

- Train on supports if grown as a vine; thrives with occasional deep watering

- **Pests/Diseases**:

- Generally pest-free; may see aphids or spider mites

- Susceptible to root rot in soggy conditions

- **Uses**: Hedge, border, container, trellis or wall cover, or accent shrub

- **Growth Rate**: Fast; can grow 1 to 2 feet per year under good conditions

- **Special Features**:

- Vibrant red flowers offer a true red hue (not orange-red like some Tecomarias)

- Heat and drought tolerant, ideal for water-wise gardens

- Compact cultivars (e.g., ‘Cape Town Red’) stay smaller than wild types

The Red Tecomaria Bush’s brilliant red blooms and lush foliage make it a striking, low-maintenance choice for sunny landscapes or patios, buzzing with pollinators throughout its long bloom season. Let me know if you’d like specifics on a particular cultivar or more care tips!