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    Manettia cordifolia 'John Elsley'

    Also Known As

    • Manettia luteorubra 'John Elsley'
    • Brazilian Firecracker Vine

    Plant type

    perennial, vine

    size

    • H: 6'-8'
    • W: 2'-3'

    planting zones

    • 7b-9b

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    Manettia cordifolia 'John Elsley' plant details

    Manettia cordifolia 'John Elsley' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial vine with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer coral and red flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Manettia cordifolia 'John Elsley'

    Plant type: perennial vine
    Plant family: rubiaceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
    Flowers: coral and red blooms in fall, spring and summer
    Uses: container plant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Manettia cordifolia 'John Elsley'

    USDA Zones: 7b - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This magnificent 6-12' vine is just covered with 2" tubular, firecracker-orange, nectar-rich flowers all summer! An uncommon climber that will be enjoyed by you, butterflies and hummingbirds! This vine is perfect for trellis, hanging baskets or as an uncommon groundcover; a perennial vine which dies back to the roots each year. S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Manettia cordifolia 'John Elsley' plant

    How to Grow Manettia cordifolia 'John Elsley'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • red
      • coral

    • Wildlife

      • birds

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

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