Plant Habit: | Shrub |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Moderately acid (5.6 – 6.0) Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
Plant Height: | 5 - 10 feet |
Plant Spread: | 5 - 7 feet |
Leaves: | Good fall color Deciduous |
Fruit: | Pops open explosively when ripe |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Bi-Color: Yellow and red |
Bloom Size: | 1"-2" |
Flower Time: | Late winter or early spring |
Underground structures: | Taproot |
Uses: | Provides winter interest Cut Flower |
Propagation: Other methods: | Other: Grafting |
Containers: | Not suitable for containers |
Awards and Recognitions: | RHS AGM |
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