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| Botanical Name | Russelia equisetiformis |
| Description | A fountain-like sub-shrub that produces a constant explosion of red tubular flowers from spring through fall. It is exceptionally well-suited for the Houston metro area because it thrives in our high humidity and intense summer heat. While it is quite adaptable to different soil textures, it prefers a well-drained spot; if planting in heavy clay, we recommend a slightly raised bed to ensure the roots don't stay oversaturated during our heavy rainy seasons. |
| Exposure | Full Sun to Partial Shade (Best blooms in Full Sun) |
| Height x Width | 3-4 feet Tall x 3-5 feet Wide |
| Water | Moderate; drought tolerant once established but appreciates regular watering during dry spells. |
| Zones | 9-11 (May freeze back in Willis/Houston but often returns from the roots). |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring and again in mid-summer to promote blooming. |
| Pruning | Lightly prune in late winter to remove any freeze-damaged foliage and to encourage new, bushy growth. |
| Deer Resistance | Yes |
| Botanical Name | Russelia equisetiformis |
| Description | A fountain-like sub-shrub that produces a constant explosion of red tubular flowers from spring through fall. It is exceptionally well-suited for the Houston metro area because it thrives in our high humidity and intense summer heat. While it is quite adaptable to different soil textures, it prefers a well-drained spot; if planting in heavy clay, we recommend a slightly raised bed to ensure the roots don't stay oversaturated during our heavy rainy seasons. |
| Exposure | Full Sun to Partial Shade (Best blooms in Full Sun) |
| Height x Width | 3-4 feet Tall x 3-5 feet Wide |
| Water | Moderate; drought tolerant once established but appreciates regular watering during dry spells. |
| Zones | 9-11 (May freeze back in Willis/Houston but often returns from the roots). |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring and again in mid-summer to promote blooming. |
| Pruning | Lightly prune in late winter to remove any freeze-damaged foliage and to encourage new, bushy growth. |
| Deer Resistance | Yes |