​Habitat
​While the species Phygelius capensis is native to South Africa, the cultivar
'Devil's Tears' is a cultivar. As such, it does not have a native habitat but is cultivated widely in gardens. It performs best in a sheltered position in full sun to partial shade.
​Description
​Phygelius capensis 'Devil's Tears' is a vigorous, semi-evergreen shrub, often grown as a herbaceous perennial in colder climates. It has a suckering habit and forms a bushy clump. The foliage is ovate, dark green, and held on upright stems. From mid-summer to autumn, it produces large terminal clusters of pendent, tubular, deep red to pink flowers with bright yellow throats, which are highly attractive to hummingbirds.
​Cultivation
​This plant thrives in moist, fertile, and well-drained soil. It prefers full sun but will tolerate some light shade. While it is somewhat drought-tolerant once established, it benefits from consistent moisture, but avoid waterlogged conditions. In colder climates, it's advisable to protect the root crown with a dry mulch in winter. Pruning should be done in early spring to remove old growth and encourage new shoots. Fertilise lightly during the growing season with a balanced fertiliser.
​Specifications
​Plant Size: 2-3 feet (60-90 cm) tall and 1.5-2 feet (45-60 cm) wide
​Plant Family: Scrophulariaceae (Figwort family)
​Plant Passport: A Phygelius capensis 'Devils Tears' B 140084 C [user input] D GB