Mexican Firebush Live Plants (5-9") - Pack of 2 (TWO) - Hamelia patens "Hummingbird Bush" - Firecracker Shrub

What You Will Receive: You will receive a premium pack of 2 Live Mexican Firebush Starter Plants, currently standing 5-9 inches tall. These vigorous, well-rooted saplings are shipped in their grow pots/plugs (not bare root) to ensure the root system stays hydrated and is ready to be potted up immediately upon arrival.

The Ultimate Hummingbird Magnet: Turn your garden into a pollinator sanctuary. The Firebush is widely considered one of the #1 plants for attracting hummingbirds. Its tubular, fiery orange-red flowers hold high-energy nectar that draws hummingbirds, butterflies (especially Zebras and Sulphurs), and bees from miles around.

A Blaze of Color: Enjoy a visual spectacle that changes with the seasons. This plant features constant clusters of vibrant scarlet-orange blooms from late spring until the first frost. As the weather cools in autumn, the lush green foliage transforms into a stunning burning red and bronze, earning it the name "Firebush."

Thrives When Others Wilt: Stop worrying about the summer heat. Hamelia patens is a tropical powerhouse native to the American tropics. It is incredibly heat-tolerant and drought-tolerant once established, thriving in blazing sun where more delicate flowers would perish.

Versatile & Fast Growing: Perfect for any landscape. In warm climates (Zones 9-11), it grows rapidly into a large, evergreen privacy shrub or hedge. In cooler zones (Zones 4-8), it acts as a spectacular, fast-blooming potted patio plant or summer annual that adds tropical height and texture to flower beds.

Guarantee & Secure Shipping: We utilize professional, eco-friendly packaging to secure the foliage and root system during transit. Care Instructions: Upon arrival, unbox immediately and water well. Keep in a shaded area for 24-48 hours to recover from travel stress before moving to a sunny location. Satisfaction guaranteed.

Ignite Your Garden with Life and Color
Create a backyard buzz—literally! The Mexican Firebush (Hamelia patens) is not just a plant; it is a bustling hub for nature. Known affectionately as the "Hummingbird Bush," this stunning shrub is nature’s version of a neon sign, inviting jeweled hummingbirds and fluttering butterflies to your garden with its abundant clusters of tubular, fiery orange-red blossoms.

A Tropical Showstopper
Native to the subtropics, the Firebush offers a lush, exotic look that transforms boring landscapes into tropical retreats. It is a non-stop bloomer, producing flowers continuously from late spring right through to the first frost. But the show doesn't end there—as cooler autumn air arrives, the leaves transition from a bright lime green to deep hues of crimson and rust, setting your garden ablaze with fall color.

The Tough Survivor
If you struggle with plants that scorch in the summer sun, the Firebush is your solution. It loves the heat.

Zones 9-11: Plant it in the ground for a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach 6-10 feet tall.
Zones 4-8: Use it as a prolific container plant on your patio or deck. It grows quickly to 2-3 feet in a pot, providing height and drama for the season. You can even overwinter it indoors near a sunny window!

Simple Care for Big Rewards
We ship these plants at a healthy 5-9 inch height, ready to explode with growth. They are incredibly low-maintenance, requiring only full sun and well-draining soil. Once established, they are drought-tolerant and largely pest-free.

Main Color: Red/Orange (Flowers), Green to Bronze (Foliage)
Sun Exposure: Full sun (6+ hours) - Best for blooms, Partial sun (4-6 hours)
Blooming Period: Spring to Fall (Year-round in frost-free zones)
Moisture Needs: Moderate watering (Drought tolerant once established)
USDA Hardiness Zone Range: 9-11 (Root hardy to Zone 8; Annual in 4-7)
Mature Height: In containers: 2-3 feet, In ground: 6-10+ feet
Ideal Soil Type: Loam soil, Sandy soil, Clay soil (Well-draining)