Hamelia patens 'Nana'

Also Known As

Dwarf Mexican Fire Bush

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 3'
W: 3'

planting zones

8b-11

Hamelia patens 'Nana' plant details

Hamelia patens 'Nana' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic and alkaline soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hamelia patens 'Nana'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: rubiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 3 FT - wide, 0 - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in summer
Uses: houseplant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hamelia patens 'Nana'

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
Soil needs: acidic and alkaline

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clusters of fiery-orange tubular blooms are seemingly born throughout the year atop this miniature growing plant. This compact form lends it to smaller spaces and makes a great container specimen. Hamelia or Mexican Fire Bush are actually small trees in their native Mexico but make excellent heat and sun loving perennial Hummingbird magnets that flower from summer to frost. In the words of noted plantsman Greg Grant "it's the only plant that I know which actually performs better the closer it gets to spontaneous combustion". With good drought tolerance and tolerance of a wide variety of soil types the Firebush makes an excellent die-back perennial in the northern reaches of its hardiness or it can grow into a large shrub or even a small tree in mild winter climates.