Features:Foliage: Oval, rough-textured green leaves with serrated edges that release a pungent aroma when crushed,Flowers: Dense clusters of trumpet-shaped blooms in vibrant gold-orange and red bicolor, forming showy spherical flower heads,Fruit: Ornamental (but toxic) black berries,Habit: Upright, compact evergreen shrub with dense branching
Mature Height: 3-5 ft
Mature Width: 4-5 ft
Growth Rate: Fast
Light Needs: Full sun
Key Advantages:Exceptional heat and drought tolerance (thrives in Texas heat),High salt tolerance for coastal areas,Continuous blooming from spring until frost,Deer resistant and disease-free,Low maintenance requirements
Landscape Uses:Colorful hedge or border planting,Container gardening,Mass plantings for bold color impact,Xeriscape gardens,Butterfly gardens (nectar-rich but toxic if ingested)
Special Care:Pruning: Light shaping in early spring,Soil: Tolerates poor, well-drained soils,Water: Drought tolerant; minimal watering needed,Caution: All plant parts are toxic if ingested
Seasonal Interest:Flowers: Spring through fall (year-round in warm climates),Foliage: Evergreen in frost-free zones