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Week 40 – October 03, 2024

Plant Information

Kalama™ Papaya Tecoma

  • Kalama™ Papaya Tecoma - Bloom
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Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Tecoma stans

Hardiness Zone: 8a - 11

Hardiness Degree: 25°F (-3.9°C)

Blooming Season: Summer, Late Summer

Plant Habit: Upright

Characteristics: Heat Tolerant, Low Maintenance

Water: Medium

Fertilize: Every two weeks

Spacing: 14 - 16" (36 - 41cm)

Height: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)

Width: 16 - 18" (41 - 46cm)

Exposure: Sun

General Information: Kalama Series is compact, allowing it to be grown under windows and in small patio containers, which older varieties cannot do because of their very vigorous/tall habits. Kalama is a great complement to other tropical flowering plants from the North to the South.

Grower Information:

Compact tropical color that loves Summer heat! Perfect for smaller containers and spaces.
Rich, refreshing orange tones add warmth to any Summer patio.

'Balbahset'

Protection Information: PP32,394

(Flowering Only License)

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