Lime Sizzler Firebush

Lime Sizzler Firebush Care

Hamelia Patens 'grelmsiz' Lime Sizzler

Other names: Texas Firebush

What is the plant

irebush has orangish-red tubular flowers, which recruit hummingbirds and butterflies for pollination. The corollas vary greatly in length, making them attractive to a wide range of pollinators. The fruit is a small dark red berry, turning black at maturity. Despite its somewhat scraggy appearance, this is a valuable garden tree in warmer climates and even in temperate ones, as long as the soil remains above freezing.

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Humidity

High

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

30°C - 35°C

Hardiness zone

9 - 11

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
The firebush shrub is very drought-tolerant once it reaches established maturity, but it will need to be watered fairly regularly up until that point. Plan to drench it with water every few weeks in its first few seasons, allowing the top few inches of soil to dry out completely before watering again.
Pruning
Little maintenance is required for the firebush shrub, but regular trimming during warm weather will help it keep it's desired size and shape. Additionally, you should cut back any winter damage in the spring in order to ensure any new growth can establish itself in the coming season.
Fertilizer
Though not imperative to the plant's overall success, firebush can benefit from the added nutrients fertilizer application can lend. Feed your plant in the spring with an application of fertilizer that's designed to boost its blossoming potential.

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Sunlight
The Lime Sizzler firebush is particularly impressive at lighting up a landscape.
Soil
Well-drained acidic soils rich in organic matter.
Temperature
Root hardy to 20°F; may be overwintered indoors in containers.

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Container
Performs well in the landscape or in a container.
Popularity
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