Hamelia patens (Fire Bush) - Image 10

Botanical name: Hamelia patens

Common names: Fire Bush, Firecracker Plant

Family: Rubiaceae

Origin: Florida

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunDry conditionsYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSeaside, salt tolerant plant
Hamelia patens (Fire Bush) yellow and orange plant leaves close up for garden interest.


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Hamelia patens - Fire Bush
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Fire Bush, full size variety. Grows into a small tree. Small, tubular red-orange flowers. Pruning inhibits the blooms, which appear at the ends of the branches. One of the best butterfly attractors.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot
6 Plants in stock
$29.95