Esperanza, Native

Esperanza, often called Yellow Bells, is a lovely deciduous shrub that typically grows between 3 and 6 feet tall in the US, with some southern varieties reaching up to 9 feet. This charming plant features several slender, upright branches adorned with trumpet-shaped yellow flowers that beautifully contrast its lance-shaped, olive-green leaves. In the autumn, you'll notice long, slender pods that add character to the plant.

This gem of a plant thrives naturally from southwest Texas to Arizona, extending all the way through Mexico and Central America to South America, reaching even northern Argentina, and from southern Florida to much of the Caribbean. One special variety, Tecoma stans var. angustata, is notably shorter and shows off impressive drought and cold tolerance compared to some tropical varieties, making it a fantastic choice for the southwestern US and nearby Mexico.

The name "Yellow Bells" comes from its bright, eye-catching yellow blossoms. Its drought resistance and stunning appearance have made Esperanza a cherished choice in landscaping. Belonging to the Bignoniaceae family, Esperanza is a relative of other lovely plants, such as desert willow, catalpa, cross-vine, trumpet-creeper, and more.