Tecoma stans 'Sunrise': The Yellow Bells Trumpet Flower

The Sunrise Trumpet Bush

Tecoma stans 'Sunrise', known as Yellow Bells or Trumpet Flower, is a vibrant cultivar of the native southwestern US and Mexican shrub. Its trumpet-shaped yellow flowers and extended bloom season make it a staple in water-wise gardens.

Botanical Details

Continuous Golden Trumpets

This fast-growing, semi-evergreen shrub reaches 6-10 feet tall and wide with pinnately compound leaves. The 'Sunrise' cultivar is selected for particularly prolific flowering: clusters of bright yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers 2-3 inches long appear from spring through fall, often year-round in frost-free climates. The flowers attract hummingbirds and bees constantly.

'Sunrise' thrives in full sun with well-draining soil. It's exceptionally drought and heat tolerant once established. Hardy in zones 8-11; in zone 8, it may die back but returns from roots. Prune hard in late winter to maintain compact form and encourage heavy flowering.

Water-Wise Garden Star

Ideal for xeriscapes, pollinator gardens, and low-maintenance landscapes. Use as a specimen, informal hedge, screen, or in mixed borders. The long bloom season provides reliable color when many plants have faded. Combine with agaves, yuccas, salvias, and ornamental grasses for a true Southwestern palette.