Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb Shrub |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 9a -6.7 °C (20 °F) to -3.9 °C (25 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 11 |
Plant Height: | 4 - 5 feet |
Plant Spread: | 4 feet |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Red Other: Magenta-red with furry white calyxes |
Flower Time: | Winter Other: Deadheading flowers ensures more flowering throughout the season. |
Wildlife Attractant: | Hummingbirds |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Conservation status: | Vulnerable (VU) |
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