Golden Bells


Photo: Lorna Rose		Golden Bells Tecoma stans Trees and Shrubs New South Wales Region

	This South American plant has large clusters of showy yellow trumpet shaped flowers in spring and summer. Following the flowers are long green bean -like pods packed with winged seed.

HOW IT SPREADS The seeds are scattered by birds and carried by the movement of soil, water and garden refuse dumping. Seeds readily germinate to infiltrate bush land reserves and parks.

This plant is already a substantial weed of coastal areas and the Blue Mountains region of NSW. It has been a commonly grown garden plant. Its use must be stopped.

Alternative Plants


Photo: Lorna Rose		Fringed Wattle Acacia fimbriata Trees and Shrubs

	Bushy 7m tree with fine, darkgreen leaves, bronze tips in spring and perfumed, pale lemon to golden flower balls. Suits a variety of soils with good drainage.

Photo: © immij pty ltd		Honey Gem or Sandra Gordon Grevillea species and hybrids Trees and Shrubs

	Both are excellent shrubs with yellow flowers almost all year round. There are many other hybrid Grevilleas which reach small tree size. With an open branching habit, ferny leaves and spectacular clusters of yellow, orange or pink flowers that provide nectar for birds. Seek advice at your local garden centre for the best grevilleas to plant in your garden.

Photo: Lorna Rose		Native Frangipani Hymenosporum flavum Trees and Shrubs

	Clusters of scented, creamy yellow flowers cover the tree in spring amid shiny, dark-green leaves. Growing 10-15m high in the garden. Reasonable frost tolerance.