General Landscape Uses: Hedge, border, specimen planting
Ecological Restoration Notes: Pollinator attraction, wildlife support, erosion control, air purification
Description: Tropical flowering shrub known for its vibrant, oversized flower clusters and dense evergreen foliage.
Dimensions: Height 6 – 8 ft.; Spread 3 – 4 ft.
Growth Rate: Moderate
Native Range: Tropical Asia
Native Habitats: Tropical forests, lowland woodlands, forest edges
Soils: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5), Neutral (6.6 – 7.3), well-draining
Nutritional Requirements: Moderate
Salt Water Tolerance: Moderate
Salt Wind Tolerance: Moderate
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Sun
Flower Color: Red
Flower Characteristics: Showy, dense clusters
Flowering Season: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fruit: Small, round, dark-colored berries
Wildlife and Ecology: Flowers attract pollinators and provides shelter and occasional fruit for some birds
Horticultural Notes: Propagation by cuttings, seed
Comments:
George W. –
Smarty Plants Nursery consistently provides the best plants at the best prices.
Roberta M. –
The red flower really stands out in my landscape.
Ariana Alvarez –
Smarty Plants Nursery was amazing. So careful and friendly!