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Firebush – Ornamental Plant of the Week for September 21, 2015

Firebush
Firebush (Photo by Allen Owings, LSU AgCenter)

Firebush, also called firecracker plant, also is known by the scientific name Hamelia patens.

This is one of the top five plants for butterflies and hummingbirds in Louisiana. Starting to bloom in midsummer, flowers will continue through fall. Plants are typically perennial throughout Louisiana.

Plant in full sun and in well-drained soil. Irrigation demand is low once establishment is completed in the landscape. Plants do well in containers.

Allen Owings
Rick Bogren

Last Updated: 9/18/2015 3:00:10 PM

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