Firecracker Plant Live – Russelia equisetiformis 'Red' Rooted Starter, 2–4 in tall

About This Plant

Firecracker Plant, Russelia equisetiformis 'Red', is a flowering perennial known for cascading, fountain-like growth and bright red tubular flowers that bloom from spring through fall. This listing is a young rooted starter plant, 2–4 inches tall, shipped without a pot.

What You Will Receive

1 live Russelia equisetiformis 'Red' plant, approximately 2–4 inches tall. Healthy rooted starter plant shipped without a pot. Mature photos shown for reference. Bright red tubular flowers when mature and blooming. Cascading growth habit, hummingbird and butterfly friendly. Carefully wrapped for safe shipping.

Growing Information

• Common Name: Firecracker Plant
• Botanical Name: Russelia equisetiformis
• Plant Type: Flowering perennial
• Growth Stage: Rooted starter plant
• Sun Requirements: Full sun
• Soil: Well-draining soil; tolerates sandy or rocky conditions
• Watering: Regular while establishing; drought tolerant once established
• Mature Height: Approximately 2–4 feet
• Growth Habit: Trailing, cascading, fountain-like
• Bloom Season: Spring through fall under favorable conditions
• Flower Color: Bright red
• Flower Shape: Tubular
• Growth Rate: Fast
• USDA Zones: 8–11
• Pollinator Friendly: Yes
• Container Friendly: Yes
• Hanging Basket Friendly: Yes

Care Tips

Plant in full sun with well-draining soil for best flowering. Water regularly while establishing, then allow the soil to dry somewhat between waterings once mature. Light feeding during the growing season can encourage blooming. Prune or cut back in early spring to maintain a compact, attractive shape and encourage fresh growth.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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