Caesalpinia pulcherrima
Red Bird Of Paradise
Description
Attractive shrub grows to 6' x 6'. With showy orange and yellow flowers that last all summer, this is an excellent plant for tropical schemes. Can be cut to the ground in early spring to regenerate new stems. Stems are prickly. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Orange, Yellow, Multi-Colored
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Spanish, Tropical
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds, Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.