Firespike Bush

On aug 15 2004 melba ga from commerce ga zone 8a wrote. Odontonema strictum firespike 1.

Loblolly Bay Gordonia Lasianthus Theaceae Tree Ornamental

Firespike bush

If you ve already got a successful planting bed in your yard then you know how to grow firespikes as they need no special care in the right environment. This plant also makes an excellent accent in a tropical garden bed. Plants should be spaced 24 to 36 inches apart.

It s the end of july and have seen no insect damage or trouble at all. And firespike s upright growth habit makes it a good fit in small or large yards. Firespike a must have plant.

The bloom time depends upon in what zone they are grown. Mexican fire spike bush red odontonema strictum butterfly nectar plants botanical name. Running almost uninterrupted from southern south carolina to southern washington.

The red orange flowers bloomed late winter and early this spring this year. Gilman and terry delvalle 2. Firespike can really fool you.

Will take cuttings and try planting one in part shade. Firespike can be planted year round in florida and will tolerate a variety of soil conditions from slightly acidic to slightly alkaline and from sandy to loamy. Although it will grow in part shade or part sun place firespike in full sun for best blooming.

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