Plant Habit: | Shrub |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 10b +1.7 °C (35 °F) to +4.4 °C (40 °F) |
Plant Height: | 5 to 8 feet (1.5-2.4m) |
Plant Spread: | 5 to 8 feet (1.5-2.4m) |
Leaves: | Evergreen |
Fruit: | Showy |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Other: Orange to Brick and Scarlet Red with Red calyces |
Bloom Size: | 1"-2" |
Flower Time: | Other: Year round |
Underground structures: | Taproot |
Uses: | Windbreak or Hedge Provides winter interest |
Wildlife Attractant: | Hummingbirds |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |