HAMELIA PATENS

🌞 Light: Full sun to partial shade (blooms best in full sun)
💧 Water: Moderate water needs; drought-tolerant once established
🌱 Soil: Well-draining soil; adaptable to various soil types
🌡️ Temperature: Hardy in USDA zones 8–11; may die back in frost but regrows from roots
💦 Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels; thrives in warm, humid climates
🌿 Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced fertilizer in spring and midsummer for best blooming
✂️ Pruning: Prune to control size and shape; can be cut back after flowering
🌳 Growth Habit: Fast-growing, bushy shrub with tubular red-orange flowers
🦋 Wildlife: Highly attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees