Popular perennial shrub native to Texas and Mexico. Green leaves are contrasted nicely with groups of orange trumpet shaped flowers on new seasonal growth from spring to fall. Esperanza is a tough and hardy plant ideal for any Texas landscape, as long as it's planted in well-drained soils.
Pruning will help the plant maintain a thick desirable exposition as the large branches can start to fall to the sides under its own weight. Prune all dead growth after the first frost; good mulching will allow roots to survive and Esperanza will easily return in the spring if the freezing temperatures were short and light.
Perennial Color |
Flower Color:Orange |
Height8-9 Feet |
Spread5-6 Feet |
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