Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Partial or Dappled Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 9b -3.9 °C (25 °F) to -1.1 °C (30 °F) |
Plant Spread: | Trails 2 to 4 feet |
Leaves: | Evergreen |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Red Other: Reddish-orange |
Bloom Size: | 1"-2" |
Flower Time: | Late summer or early fall Fall |
Suitable Locations: | Houseplant |
Wildlife Attractant: | Hummingbirds |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem |
Containers: | Suitable for hanging baskets Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Miscellaneous: | Epiphytic |