Bird of Paradise, Red
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Botanical Name
Caesalpinia pulcherrima
Plant Type
Perennials
Plant Height Min
5ft
Plant Height Max
6ft+
Light
Sun
Seasonal Interest From
Summer
Seasonal Feature
Flower
Plant Color
Orange
Red
Plant Spread Min
3ft
Plant Spread Max
6ft+
Water Needs
Low
Seasonal Interest To
Fall
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Zilker Only
N/A
Dependable summer bloomer with very showy, tropical-looking flowers; heat tolerant; attracts hummingbirds; a freeze may damage the top, but roots are hardy to 15º F; prune for shape only; mulch to prevent winter damage to roots