Erythrina herbacea 'Red Bean'

Also Known As

Cherokee Bean
Coral Bean
Coralbean

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 36"-48"
W: 36"-48"

planting zones

6a-9b

Erythrina herbacea 'Red Bean' plant details

Erythrina herbacea 'Red Bean' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Erythrina herbacea 'Red Bean'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 36 IN - 48 IN - wide, 36 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, showy, toxic, tropical-looking, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Erythrina herbacea 'Red Bean'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

If you’ve ever walked around South Carolina, the itch you have may have been from the thorns of this pea family herbaceous shrub. Deep red bundles of petals drape from this 3 ft plant followed by handsome seed pods that last until hard frost. Sun, even moisture. Cold hardy to USDA zone 6.