Russellia Dwarf Red

Russelia equisetiformis 'Dwarf Red', commonly known as Dwarf Red Firecracker Plant or Dwarf Coral Fountain, is a compact, evergreen subshrub renowned for its cascading, rush-like stems adorned with abundant, tubular red flowers. This dwarf variety maintains a more compact form than the standard species, making it ideal for smaller spaces and container gardening. 

Grow Zone:
USDA Zones 9–11; can be grown as an annual or overwintered indoors in cooler climates. 

Height and Width:

• Height: 1–1.5 feet (30–45 cm)
• Spread: 2–4 feet (60–120 cm) 

Uses:

• Groundcover: Effective in garden beds and borders for its spreading habit.
• Containers and Hanging Baskets: Ideal for patios, balconies, or indoor settings due to its cascading form.
• Attracting Wildlife: Nectar-rich flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies. 

Native Range:
Native to Mexico and Guatemala. 

Growing Conditions:

• Light: Thrives in full sun; tolerates partial shade but may flower less profusely. 
• Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained soils; adaptable to various soil types. 
• Water: Requires medium moisture; drought-tolerant once established. 
• Temperature: Sensitive to frost; best grown in warm climates or as an indoor plant during colder months.
• Fertilizer: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring to promote vigorous growth and flowering.

Care Tips:

• Pruning: Trim back in early spring to maintain shape and encourage dense growth.
• Pests and Diseases: Generally pest-free; monitor for common garden pests and treat as necessary.
• Overwintering: In cooler climates, move containers indoors before the first frost or treat as an annual.

Russelia equisetiformis 'Dwarf Red' is a versatile and resilient plant that adds vibrant color and texture to various garden settings. Its compact size and cascading habit make it particularly suitable for containers and small gardens.

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Due to regulations, certain states have restrictions on importing plants. Please review the list below to ensure you're not attempting to order any restricted plants in your area.

**Important Note:** We do not ship any plants outside the U.S.

State-Specific Restrictions - We ARE NOT responsible for any plant(s) that are not listed in these restrictions. Purchaser bears all responsibility for making sure the plant(s) they desire to purchase are not banned from being imported to the shipping state:

Arizona: Juglans spp.  

California: Castanea spp., Juglans spp., Pinus spp., Quercus spp.  

Colorado: Some counties restrict Prunus spp. Please verify your local county regulations.  

Florida: Castanea spp., Cornus spp., Quercus spp., Cornus mas 

Georgia: Vaccinium spp.

Hawaii: Pinus spp. 

Idaho: Humulus lupulus, Mentha spp., Vitis spp.

Indiana: Fragraria spp., Rosa spp. 

Kansas: Juglans spp.

Michigan: Abies spp., Vaccinium spp.

Montana: Pinus spp.

Nevada: Allium spp.

, Mentha spp. 

New Jersey: Rosa spp.  

New York: Vitis spp.  

Oregon: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Quercus spp., Sambucus nigra, Ulmus spp., Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.

Texas: Juglans spp. 

Washington: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.  

Wisconsin: Abies spp., Pinus spp., Picea spp., Mentha spp. 

Additionally, we cannot ship plants in soil medium to the following states: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, HI, ID, KS, MS, MT, ND, NM, NV, OK, OR, SD, TX, UT, WA.