Mexican Firebush – Hamelia patens Live Starter Plants | Set of 2 | 4–6 Inches Tall | Bare Root with Soil Ball | Hummingbird Favorite

Bring brilliant color and pollinators to your garden with this set of 2 live Mexican Firebush (Hamelia patens) starter plants. Each plant measures approximately 4–6 inches tall and is shipped with a protected soil root ball for easy transplanting. Known for its vibrant clusters of red-orange tubular flowers, Mexican Firebush blooms from late spring through fall and attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. Perfect for borders, pollinator gardens, containers, hedges, and tropical landscapes, this fast-growing, heat-loving shrub is easy to grow and drought tolerant once established.

You will receive:
✔️ 2 live Mexican Firebush starter plants
✔️ Approximately 4–6 inches tall each
✔️ Bare root with protected soil root ball (no pot)
✔️ Healthy rooted plants ready for planting
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Mexican Firebush
Botanical Name: Hamelia patens
Plant Type: Flowering perennial shrub
Growth Stage: Rooted starter plants
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining soil; adaptable to most soil types
Watering: Moderate during establishment; drought tolerant once established
Mature Height: 4–8 feet (larger in frost-free climates)
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 8–11
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Plant in a sunny location for the best flowering and water regularly until established. Once rooted, Mexican Firebush requires minimal care and will reward you with continuous blooms that attract hummingbirds and butterflies throughout the growing season. Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to encourage fuller growth.