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(Hamelia patens)

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Description

A scarlet bush that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, this shrub is tender in Phoenix. It dies back to the ground and grows back in spring. This evergreen bush will need abundant water and some shade during the summer in Phoenix.

Plant Information

Plant Type

Shrub

Origin

Florida, Mexico, South America

Size (H x W)

3' x 4'

Sun

Any

Water

More During Summer, Regular

Flower Color

Orange-Red

Flower Season

Spring through Fall

Foliage Color

Copper Red in the Fall