Name: Crossandra infundibuliformis 'Orange Marmalade' (Orange Marmalade Crossandra)

Average Landscape Size: 12–18 in tall × 12–15 in wide; compact, mounding habit

Sun Requirements: Partial shade to filtered light; morning sun acceptable

Water Needs: Moderate; consistent moisture for best flowering

Deer Resistance: High

Cold Hardiness: Annual in our area; plant after last frost

Fertilization & Pruning: Bi-weekly liquid fertilizer; deadhead spent blooms for continuous flowering

Here's your secret weapon for non-stop color in shaded spots! This Orange Marmalade Crossandra loves shade and handles our Houston-area heat and humidity perfectly - no wilting, no burning, just steady color. At 12 to 18 inches tall, it's perfect for borders or containers with gorgeous bright orange ruffled flowers that bloom continuously from spring until first freeze. It's already loaded with buds and ready to explode with color!