Firecracker Plant (Russelia Equisetiformis) - Growing Guide | Neighborbrite

Firecracker Plant (Russelia Equisetiformis) - Ground Layers

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full sun

Hardiness zone

9-11

Min. Temperature

19°F (−7°C)

Soil type

Loam, Sandy, Well drained

Soil pH

Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Firecracker Plant

Russelia Equisetiformis

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full sun
Hardiness zone: 9-11
Min. Temperature: 19°F (−7°C)
Soil type: Loam, Sandy, Well drained
Soil pH: Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant traits

Mature height36 in-5 ft

Mature spread4 ft-6 ft

Plant typeGround Layers

Bloom seasonYear round

Foliage typeEvergreen

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant✅Yes

Fire tolerant⚖️Moderate

Pet safe—Unknown

Deer resistant✅Yes

Pollinator-friendly—Unknown

Firecracker Plant (Russelia Equisetiformis) - Ground Layers

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