Russelia equisetiformis
Coral Fountain, Firecracker Plant
Description
Coral fountain can reach a mature size of about 5' x 5' in frost-free climates. In colder climates, foliage will die back at freezing, but the plants will survive all but a hard frost. This is an excellent plant for containers, so plants can be moved to a sheltered location in winter for frost areas. Tubular red flowers appear spring through summer.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Orange, Red
Flower Season
Winter, Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green, Red
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Hanging Baskets
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.