This heat-loving tropical shrub features green and yellow variegated foliage with sizzling red-orange flowers from late spring through fall. Semi-deciduous, they will die back after a hard frost, but are quick to bounce back.
This heat-loving tropical shrub features green and yellow variegated foliage with sizzling red-orange flowers from late spring through fall. Semi-deciduous, they will die back after a hard frost, but are quick to bounce back.
9, 15-17, 19-23
20°F to 30°F USDA zones 9–11
4-5' H x 4-5' W
Border, Container, Cut Flowers/Foliage, Garden Bed
Deciduous
Fast
Full coastal sun to part shade in hotter climates
Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant, Easy Care, Heat Tolerance, Variegated Foliage
Feature
Red-orange flowers late spring to fall
Spring to Fall
Medium Water Once Established
Fertilize yearly in spring
Pruning
Shape anytime after frost
Well-drained soils
1. Dig in your native soil a hole as deep and wide as the container. We recommend planting in native soil for best acclimation.
2. Fill the hole with water and thoroughly water the new plant; allow both to drain.
3. Gently place the plant on its side and remove the pot. Place your hand on the bottom of the plant and put it in the hole.
4. Return native soil around the root ball, wetting and gently tamping down.
5. To complete, create a shallow trench around the base of the plant to contain the water when watering.
6. Mulch 1–2” deep around the plant, avoiding the area closest to the stem.