*** Best in a Hanging Basket or Potted on a Tall Plant Stand ***
Family: Scrophulariaceae (skrof-yoo-larr-ee-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Russelia (russ-EL-ee-uh)
Species: equisetiformis (eck-kwiss-ee-tih-FOR-mis)
Common Name: Coral Fountainaka: Firecracker Plant
Category:
Tropicals
Tender Perennials
Perennials
***Treat as an annual where not hardy***
Height:
18-24 in. as an annual
4-6 ft. as a perennial
Spacing:
24-36 in.
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 9a to 11
*** This Plant Will Live In Any Zone From Spring to Frost ***
Sun Exposure:
Sun to Part Shade
Bloom Color:
Red
Bloom Time:
Late Spring to Frost
Foliage:
Evergreen
Other details:
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Suitable for growing in containers
Soil pH requirements:
6.1-7.8
Available:
Early/Mid May
Pot Sizes:
Quart
Coral Fountain/Firecracker Plant r. equisetiformis Quart Pot
Do to its weeping habit, a hanging basket, potted on a tall plant stand or deck railing would be best for this plant.
'Coral Fountain' was called Firecracker Plant in past seasons
(Same Plant Just a Name Change)