🧡 Orange Marmalade – Firecracker Plant

(Orange Firecracker Plant)

Scientific name: Russelia equisetiformis ‘Orange Marmalade’

Description

Orange Marmalade – Firecracker Plant is a vibrant tropical shrub known for its cascading stems and abundant bright orange tubular flowers. Blooming throughout the year in warm climates, it creates a colorful display while attracting butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators. Its graceful, arching habit makes it ideal for garden borders, hanging displays, and landscape accents.

Key Points

• Bright orange tubular flowers
• Graceful cascading growth habit
• Long flowering season
• Attracts butterflies and pollinators
• Easy to grow and maintain

Care

☀️ Full sun to partial shade
💧 Water regularly; drought-tolerant once established
🌱 Well-drained, fertile soil
✂️ Prune occasionally to maintain shape and encourage continuous flowering
🌡 Thrives in warm tropical and subtropical climates

Size

📏 Plant height: 20-30 cm (excluding pot) (depending on age and pruning)

Perfect for:

🌸 Garden borders • 🪴 Hanging baskets • 🌿 Decorative pots • 🦋 Butterfly gardens • 🌴 Tropical landscapes

Important Note

📌 Flowering is most abundant in full sun.
📌 Plant size, flower color, and blooming performance may vary depending on growing conditions and season.

📸 Images are for illustrative purposes only. Actual plant appearance, size, and color may vary depending on season and growth conditions.