Estrellita® Scarlet Firecracker Bush blazes with brilliant scarlet-red tubular flowers that erupt in fiery clusters all summer long, creating an unmistakable tropical display that hummingbirds absolutely cannot resist. This compact, upright native of the American Southwest brings intense heat-loving color to gardens and containers in warm climates, blooming continuously without deadheading from late spring through the first frost.

• Vivid scarlet-red tubular flowers in dense clusters all summer without deadheading
• An outstanding hummingbird magnet, attracts them throughout the entire bloom season
• Compact 1–2 ft. upright habit perfect for containers, borders, and mass plantings
• Native to the American Southwest; naturally heat and drought tolerant
• Deer resistant for worry-free growing in warm-climate gardens
• Exceptional as a cut flower, long prized by florists for bold arrangements
• Hardy in USDA Zones 8–10; bring containers indoors before frost

Plant Estrellita® Scarlet Firecracker Bush in full sun with well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic soil and consistent moisture during the growing season. Fertilize in early spring with a slow-release shrub fertilizer to kick off a season of non-stop color. Mass it in hot borders for a fiery statement, or use it as a centerpiece in large patio containers. This heat-loving tropical beauty pairs beautifully with tropical foliage plants and bright annuals. Bring the fiery drama of Estrellita® Scarlet to your garden, order today!