Firebush, Hamelia patens, var. calusa

Description

Hamelia patens, var calusa is a native Firebush bred to a smaller size reaching 4 to 8 ft. tall. Firebush is the number one most visited pollinator in the state. Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. A must in the Florida Native Garden. The leaves remain a darker shade of red year-round and the blooms are brighter red-orange flowers. In the Fall the fruits attract many types of birds. A plant to be enjoyed year-round. Host plant to the Pluto Sphinx Moth.