Chorizema 'Bush Flame' |
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Heart-Leaf Flame Pea |
Description
This shrub grows 3'-5' tall and wide. Leaves are evergreen, dark green, heart-shaped with prickly teeth along the edges. Sprays of orange and pink pea-shaped flowers bloom from fall through spring. This plant prefers full to part sun with well draining, acidic soil. It looks great in containers, around rocks, in borders. It has low water needs once it's established but prefers extra water during hot periods. Pinch back after flowering period to keep it tidy.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Width Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Orange, Pink, Multi-Colored
Flower Season
Winter, Spring, Fall
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Fall
Location Uses
Shrub Border, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Cascade, Container
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.