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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Vine
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 8a -12.2 °C (10 °F) to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 11
Plant Height: 8 - 12 feet
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Red
Bloom Size: 2"-3"
Flower Time: Late spring or early summer
Summer
Late summer or early fall
Fall
Uses: Suitable as Annual
Wildlife Attractant: Hummingbirds
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Common names
  • Firecracker Vine

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Location: My garden, KY
Date: 2022-07-12
Location: My garden, central NJ, Zone 7A
Date: 9/21/14
Firecracker Vine John Elsley

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