Russelia equisetiformis

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Coral Fountain, Firecracker Plant

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Information by: George Hull MSN Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

Description

This heavy blooming shrub is from tropical Mexico. Coral Fountain can reach a mature size of about 5' tall and wide in frost-free climates. In colder climates, foliage will die back at freezing, but the plants will survive all but a hard frost. This is an excellent plant for containers, so plants can be moved to a sheltered location in winter for frost areas.

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Orange, Red

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green, Red

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Entry, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Hanging Baskets

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.