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Marmalade Bush, Firebush

Streptosolen Jamesonii

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The Marmalade Bush, or Streptosolen jamesonii, is a vibrant evergreen shrub famed for its profusion of fiery, orange-yellow tubular blooms, which peak in spring and summer. Ideal for zones 9-11, it reaches up to 5 feet in height and spread, and thrives in full sun to partial shade. Requires moderate watering and well-draining soil. Offers a tropical flair and continuous color, perfect for mixed borders or as a specimen plant.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 10–11
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — is a vibrant evergreen shrub famed for its profusion of fiery
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — commonly known as the Marmalade Bush or FirebushMarmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — is an evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant display of orangeMarmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — is a vibrant evergreen shrub famed for its profusion of fieryMarmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — orange-yellow tubular bloomsMarmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — which peak in spring and summerMarmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — Ideal for zones 9-11, it reaches up to 5 feet in height and spread, and thrives in full sun to partial shade+66

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
10–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Solanaceae

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Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — Originating from the Andean regions of South America
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — commonly known as the Marmalade Bush or Firebush
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — is an evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant display of orange
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — is a vibrant evergreen shrub famed for its profusion of fiery
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — orange-yellow tubular blooms
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — which peak in spring and summer
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — Ideal for zones 9-11, it reaches up to 5 feet in height and spread, and thrives in full sun to partial shade
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — Requires moderate watering and well-draining soil
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — Offers a tropical flair and continuous color, perfect for mixed borders or as a specimen plant
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — it should be placed in a location where it can receive full sun to partial shade
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — the Marmalade Bush exhibits a mounding growth habit which can be easily shaped by pruning
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — peaking during spring and summer months
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — giving the appearance of a flame
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — The vivid orange blooms progressively darken to a deep orange or almost red hue with age
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — This feature can create an eye-catching focal point in the garden.<br><br>For successful cultivation
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — hence the nickname 'Firebush'
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — the Marmalade Bush requires well-drained soil and moderate water
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — being more drought-tolerant once established
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — promoting local biodiversity
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — shrub / vine for full or half
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — Light frost can damage the foliage
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — It is suited to USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 11
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — orange-yellow tubular blooms; it should be placed in a location where it can receive full sun to partial
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — Ideal for zones 9-11, it reaches up to 5 feet in height and spread, and thrives in full sun to partial

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