Plant Database
Firecracker Plant
Russelia equisetiformis
Firecracker Plant is a unique, sprawling evergreen shrub celebrated for its spectacular, long-lasting display of fiery red flowers. Its rush-like, bright green stems are almost leafless, creating a fine, weeping texture. From spring through fall, it produces a profusion of slender, tubular, scarlet-red flowers that hang in clusters, resembling exploding firecrackers. This drought-tolerant, heat-loving plant is a hummingbird magnet and is perfect for spilling over walls, cascading from hanging baskets, or adding vibrant color to sunny, well-drained slopes.
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Profuse, Hummingbird-Attracting Blooms: Produces masses of bright red, tubular flowers nearly year-round in warm climates, intensely attractive to hummingbirds.
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Unique Fine-Textured Form: Features numerous, slender, arching green stems that give it a soft, fountain-like or cascading appearance.
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Exceptional Heat & Drought Tolerance: Thrives in full sun with very little water once established. Ideal for xeriscapes.
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Versatile Spreading Habit: Can be used as a groundcover, spillover plant for retaining walls and containers, or a sprawling accent in borders.
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Very Low Maintenance: Requires little care other than occasional trimming to control spread or remove old stems.