Russelia equisetiformis - The Red Firecracker Fern produces loads of 1" showy red tubular flowers born in large loose clusters along the arching ferny stems throughout the warmer months of the year or nearly year-round where winters are mild. Excellent for Hummingbirds!

Firecracker plant can reach three to four feet tall and six or more feet wide, so be sure to give it room to sprawl. However, it is a tender plant, so be sure to cover it when cold weather strikes. Or you can let it freeze back and see if it rebounds in the spring.

This Florida-Friendly plant is relatively pest-free and somewhat drought tolerant, although it will flower better with regular irrigation.