Shrubs
Red Bird of Paradise
Caesalpinia pulcherrima
Provides showy summer color. Look for selections with yellow flowers.
The Basics
Type: ShrubsSun: Full SunHardiness: 30°FWater: ModerateNative West Indies, MexicoGrowth
Growth Rate: FastMature Height: 6'Mature Width: 6'Mature Form: Rounded, openFoliage
DeciduousColor: Dark greenTexture: FineWildlife
Butterflies HummingbirdsFlowers
Flower Color: Orange and yellowSeason: Late spring to fallComments
Litter: LowThorns: Prickly stemsIrritation: NoneAttracts Wildlife
Rabbit Resistant
Photo By: Dave Seibert
Photo By: Dave Seibert