Hamelia patens
Plant Type: Shrub (D)
Mature Size: 4-6 ft tall, 4-6 ft wide
Toxicity: Non-toxic
Maintenance: Low –Best grown in full sun/part shade. Prune anytime to remove dead or damage pieces, trim during warm weather for desired shape. Spreads easily with minimal care.
Freeze: Cold hardy – Can tolerate brief freezes but benefits from mulch. Give the roots a good soak prior to a freeze event and cover with plant blanket. Trim back damage after last freeze to promote new growth in the spring.
Interest: Red-orange flowers, attracts hummingbirds