St. Elmos Fire Firecracker

Russelia X St. Elmos Fire Firecracker

The Russelia X St. Elmos Fire Firecracker plant is finished with a mix of bright orange and red blooms. This plant is perfect for adding color to your garden. The compact one gallon size is perfect for small spaces, making it a great choice for balcony gardens. Enjoy delightful blooms all summer long with this easy-to-care for, low maintenance variety. It is a perennial with deep red flowers and green leaves. It has an airy growth habit.

Growing St. Elmos Fire Firecracker

• Plant St. Elmo's Fire Firecracker in a location with full sun exposure, ensuring it receives at least 6-8 hours of sunlight daily for optimal growth and flowering.
• Water the plant regularly, particularly during hot and dry periods, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
• Use well-draining soil, such as sandy or loamy soil, to prevent waterlogging and root rot, promoting healthy root development.
• St. Elmo's Fire Firecracker is drought-tolerant once established and thrives in USDA hardiness zones 9-11.
• Prune the plant regularly to remove spent blooms and encourage bushier growth, promoting continuous blooming throughout the growing season.

Shipping Info

The plant will be approximately 10 to 12 inches in height with well-developed roots. These plants have been growing in one gallon containers. They will be shipped without the containers. The roots and soil will be dampened and covered in plastic wrap prior to shipping. They will be ready to plant upon arrival.