Newell Cestrum
Cestrum fasciculatum var. 'Newellii'
SKU
02326
A tropical flowering shrub that produces an abundance of showy clusters of tubular crimson flowers at the branch tips from spring through fall, sure to draw hummingbirds and butterflies into the garden. Blooms are followed by reddish purple ornamental berries. Use for a hedge, a bold specimen, or as a container plant in warm climates. Semi-evergreen.
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Full sun
Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
793 Jersey Ave. Jersey City NJ 07303
- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
1110 3rd Ave. West Dickinson ND 58601
- 4 Ever Green Ldsp. & Dgn
21457 214th Circle Ave Milford IA 51351
| Botanical Pronunciation | SES-trum fas-ih-kew-LAY-tum |
|---|---|
| Lore | C. fasciculatam var. 'Newllii' blossoms do not produce the fragrance of other Cestrum species; however, the foliage will emit an odor when crushed. CAUTION: ALL PARTS ARE TOXIC IF INGESTED. Not fit for human or animal consumption. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Upright branched form to 8 ft. tall, 6 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Spring through Fall |
| Design Ideas | This fine tropical shrub is a bold color source in hot zone gardens. Makes a fine evergreen natural hedge that works well as a visual screen or background. Plant as a single, specimen to enjoy its rich red blossoms close up. Adapts well to containers on porch, patio and terrace. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Semi-evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Tropical |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Specimen |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Fast Growing, Bird Friendly |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
| Companion Plants | Mandevilla (Mandevilla); New Zealand Flax (Phormium); Salvia (Salvia); Lantana (Lantana); Princess Flower (Tibouchina) |
Prefers fertile, well-drained, loamy soil. Provide regular deep waterings during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce watering frequency once established. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 8-11
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
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