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| Botanical Name | Russelia equisetiformis |
| Description | A showstopper for the Houston metro area, the Firecracker Fern is prized for its unique weeping habit and near-constant red blooms. It is exceptionally heat-tolerant and thrives in our high humidity. While it is adaptable to many soil types, it is highly sensitive to "wet feet." In areas with heavy clay, it is best grown in raised beds or cascading over the edge of a container to ensure the sharp drainage it requires for healthy growth. |
| Exposure | Full Sun to Part Shade (Best blooms in sun) |
| Height x Width | 3 ft. Tall x 3-5 ft. Wide |
| Water | Moderate; once established, it is quite drought tolerant. |
| Zones | 9 - 11 (Protect from hard freezes in Houston) |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth appears. |
| Pruning | Cut back any frost-damaged stems in late winter to encourage fresh spring growth. |
| Deer Resistance | High |
| Botanical Name | Russelia equisetiformis |
| Description | A showstopper for the Houston metro area, the Firecracker Fern is prized for its unique weeping habit and near-constant red blooms. It is exceptionally heat-tolerant and thrives in our high humidity. While it is adaptable to many soil types, it is highly sensitive to "wet feet." In areas with heavy clay, it is best grown in raised beds or cascading over the edge of a container to ensure the sharp drainage it requires for healthy growth. |
| Exposure | Full Sun to Part Shade (Best blooms in sun) |
| Height x Width | 3 ft. Tall x 3-5 ft. Wide |
| Water | Moderate; once established, it is quite drought tolerant. |
| Zones | 9 - 11 (Protect from hard freezes in Houston) |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth appears. |
| Pruning | Cut back any frost-damaged stems in late winter to encourage fresh spring growth. |
| Deer Resistance | High |