🌿 Red Firecracker Bush
Russelia equisetiformis
This graceful cascading shrub produces fine, rush-like green stems draped with clusters of bright red, tubular flowers that resemble tiny firecrackers.
🌿 Perennial in South Florida
🌍 Native Origin: Mexico and Central America
☀️ Light: Full sun for the strongest growth and heaviest flowering
💧 Water: Moderate water; drought tolerant once established
📏 Size: Arching, cascading shrub reaching 3 to 4 feet
🌸 Bloom Time: Flowers nearly year-round in Miami's warm climate
🌱 Landscape Use: A favorite for borders, cascading over walls, and hummingbird gardens
🐾 Pet & Child Friendly: Safe for dogs, cats and children
💡 Casaplanta Tip: Plant in Coast of Maine Bar Harbor Blend for rich, well-draining soil, then feed monthly with Espoma Flower-Tone during the growing season to encourage heavy blooming.