Hamelia patens 'Lutea'

Also Known As

Yellow Mexican Fire Bush

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 4'
W: 4'

planting zones

8b-11

Hamelia patens 'Lutea' plant details

Hamelia patens 'Lutea' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In summer orange and yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - 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 'Lutea'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: rubiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 4 FT - wide, 0 - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: houseplant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hamelia patens 'Lutea'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A yellow form of the Mexican Fire Bush, which produces clusters of the 1-1/2", orange-tipped, yellow tubular blooms. This selection has rich green foliage without the red pigmentation of its cousin. A beautiful plant and a great addition to the Hummingbird or Tropical garden. This is a tropical shrub that can be grown as a perennial in zone 8B. Hamelia is a Dawn Stover Nifty Fifty favorite herbaceous plant! Dawn is a Research Associate at Stephen F Austin in Nacogdoches, TX and currently maintains the Mast Arboretum plant collection. For more about Dawn, the wonderful arboretum, and Stephen F Austin's excellent horticultural program click here.