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Mexican Fire Bush - Hamelia patens - Rooted Cuttings

Mexican Fire Bush - Hamelia patens
Availability: Usually ships the next business day
Item #: mexican-fire-bush
Regular Price: $1.50



Description
Botanical Name: Hamelia patens
Nectar Plant For: Butterflies, Hummingbirds

•Zone: Tropical (8 to 10) •Water Requirement: Average
•Height: 5-8 foot •Nectar: Good
•Sun: Light shade to Full Sun •Soil: Average
•Bloom: Red Spikes •Misc.: Grows very fast


The Mexican Fire bush is known as one of the most commonly known butterfly nectar bushs on the planet. It has red tube shape flowers that butterflies and hummingbirds cannot resist. Plant this bush in a shaded area as it does not do well in full sun. Ships as fully rooted cutting ready to plant.