The Vermillionaire® Firecracker Plant is  vibrant and low-maintenance with bursts of stunning yellow-orange flowers all season long. Known for its ability to attract hummingbirds, this plant thrives in full sun and is perfect for creating a lively, colorful garden. Its heat and drought tolerance make it an excellent choice for a variety of climates, requiring minimal care. Best of all, deadheading is unnecessary to maintain its continuous blooming. Whether you're looking to add a splash of color to your landscape or attract pollinators, the Vermillionaire® Firecracker Plant is a perfect choice. 

• 18-28 inches tall and 12-24 inches wide at maturity
• Annual except in zones 8-11, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success
• Plant in full sun (6+ hours daily)
• Space plants 12-18 inches apart for best results
• Produces orange-red flowers with yellow highlights from planting to frost
• Maintains green foliage spring through frost
• Great for borders, containers, landscapes, mass planting
• Attracts hummingbirds
• Heat and drought tolerant, long blooming, deadheading not necessary

This highly sought-after container size for annuals provides immediate impact upon planting because they are grown in a larger container. They were created for gardeners who are looking to fill in their landscapes and not have to wait as long for them to catch up to other plants in the same area. They also work extremely well when planted alone in 10" - 12" containers or as Thrillers for combinations in 16" and larger planters! 

Care: Fertilize weekly with Proven Winners Water Soluble Plant Food for best performance. Keep the soil moist throughout the growing season. Regular feeding will keep it full and constantly flowering. Once established, it does not require a lot of water.

Shipping Info:

• Enjoy free shipping on orders over $125
• Size at shipping varies by the season and plant
  • Royale Annuals are 8-12" tall at shipment

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