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Orange Peel Cestrum is a flowering shrub 4-6 ft; part shade; moderate water; bright orange tubular blooms spring through fall; attracts hummingbirds; excellent for wildlife gardens in Willis area.
Name: Cestrum aurantiacum (Orange Peel Cestrum)
Average Landscape Size: 4–6 ft tall × 4–5 ft wide; can reach 8 ft if unpruned; upright, branching habit
Sun Requirements: Partial shade to filtered sun; morning sun preferred
Water Needs: Moderate; consistent moisture for best flowering
Deer Resistance: High
Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 8–10; may freeze back but returns from roots in Willis
Fertilization & Pruning: Balanced fertilizer monthly during growing season; prune in late winter
Get ready for a hummingbird magnet! This Orange Peel Cestrum blooms almost year-round with bright orange tubular flowers that hummingbirds absolutely love. Keep it 4 to 6 feet or let it grow to 8 feet. It might freeze back during hard winters here in Willis, but don't worry - it bounces right back from the roots even stronger. Plant it where you can watch the constant hummingbird show!