Correa pulchella 'Orange Flame'

Also Known As

Australian Fuchsia

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

9a-11

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Correa pulchella 'Orange Flame' plant details

Correa pulchella 'Orange Flame' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter orange flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Correa pulchella 'Orange Flame'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rutaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Correa pulchella 'Orange Flame'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: low

Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A compact selection of this evergreen Australian shrub, reaching 2' tall with a 4' spread. Plants are covered with tubular, rusty-orange flowers from December to February and provide valued color in the winter season. The olive-green leaves combine well with other Mediterranean shrubs and perennials. 'Orange Flame' does well in full sun or light shade and prefers well-drained soils.