‘Firefly’ is a cultivar of the Florida native Firebush, Hamelia patens. This plant is similar to the species, but in compact form with leaves and flowers about half the normal size. Orange-red tubular flowers cover the plant most of the year, and are followed by black berries and foliage that turns a bronze-orange color in fall.

2022年9月16日 · Firebush, also known as Hamelia patens, is a native to the southern U.S. and is a large, woody shrub. It can grow as tall as 15 feet (5 m.), but firebush can also be kept smaller. It grows quickly, shooting up several feet (1 m.) in its first growing season.

2023年10月3日 · Firebush or Hamelia patens is a versatile shrub found in both local residential and commercial landscapes for a good reason – attractive foliage, readily available at all garden centers, colorful flowers, butterfly attracter and all-around sustainable plant – native to boot!

Firebush is a perennial or semi-woody shrub that is known scientifically as Hamelia patens. Gardeners love firebush because it produces flowers from late spring until the first frost, and the bright red flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies, including the zebra longwing and gulf fritillary butterflies.

2022年5月17日 · Scientifically known as Hamelia patens, the firebush or scarlet bush is a big, colorful shrub that is indigenous to North, Central, and South America. Its names come from its bold colors and great ability to withstand drought and heat.

A dwarf version of the taller Firebush, this small tropical shrub grows just 3-5 ft. tall and wide. Orange red tubular flowers cover the plant most of the year, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds to the landscape. Non edible black berries appear in fall, when its foliage also turns to a bronze red hue.

This document provides an overview of the firebush (Hamelia patens), a large, soft-stemmed shrub native to Florida. It details the plant’s physical characteristics, including its height, spread, and distinctive orange-red flowers.

A hybrid of the Florida Native Firebush (Hamelia patens), this variety has even smaller leaves than the dwarf variety and is also more compact than the 2. It does still attract bees, and butterflies for pollinating, birds for its berries and Hummingbirds for its nectar.

Hamelia patens, commonly known as Firebush, is a vibrant and versatile shrub native to Florida, the West Indies, Mexico, and Central and South America. It’s celebrated for its vivid, showy flowers and its appeal to hummingbirds and butterflies.

Hamelia patens 'Firefly' Common Name: Firefly Firebush: Plant Type: Evergreen: Leaf Type: Broadleaf: Hardiness Zone: 9, 10, 11 Determine Your Zone: Height: 5-8 feet: Spread: 5 - 10 feet: Bloom time: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter: Flower color: Orange, Red: Light Exposure: Sun, Part Sun: Drainage: Well drained, Moist, Rate of Growth: Moderate ...