Firebush
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Botanical Name
Hamelia patens
Plant Type
Perennials
Plant Height Min
3ft
Plant Height Max
4.5ft
Light
Sun
Seasonal Interest From
Summer
Seasonal Feature
Flower
Plant Color
Orange
Plant Spread Min
4ft
Plant Spread Max
5ft
Water Needs
Medium
Seasonal Interest To
Fall
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Zilker Only
N/A
Comments
Tubular flowers attract hummingbirds; turns burgandy in fall; needs protection in severe winters; prune to 6" above ground after first hard freeze and before new spring growth