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Firecracker Plant 'Lemon Falls' (Russelia equisetiformis 'Lemon Falls')

Firecracker Plant 'Lemon Falls' (Russelia equisetiformis 'Lemon Falls')

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Why we love this plant!

With its cascading growth habit and bright lemon-yellow tubular flowers, ‘Lemon Falls’ adds movement and colour to gardens, hanging baskets, or rockeries. Its arching, slender stems create a flowing effect, making it a visually dynamic feature plant. Thriving in South East Queensland’s warm climate, it is drought-tolerant and well-suited to sunny locations. The nectar-rich blooms attract a variety of pollinators, including butterflies and bees, while also providing a food source for small nectar-feeding birds.

Care Considerations

Watering preferences:

  • Relatively drought-tolerant once established, but regular watering may encourage more prolific blooming.

Mulching preferences:

  • Applying mulch may help retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Fertilising preferences:

  • A balanced, water-soluble fertiliser during the growing season may support rapid growth and flowering.

Pruning preferences:

  • Pruning back in late winter or early spring may help maintain shape and encourage fuller, more vigorous growth.

Good to Know:

  • Prefers full sun and is well-suited to South East Queensland’s warm climate.
  • Attracts butterflies and pollinators.

Plant Details

Common uses: Border planting, Pollinator-friendly, Seasonal colour, Drought hardy/tolerant, Low maintenance garden, Coastal garden, Courtyard garden, Textural interest, Trailing plant, and Wow! factor
Expected Height Range: 0.6 m - 1.2 m
Spread Range: 0.9 m - 1.5 m
Preferred positioning: Full sun, Partial sun, and Partial shade
Flower Season/s: Spring and Autumn
Flower Colour/s:
Plant life cycle: Perennial
Habitat: Native to Mexico and parts of Central America, where it grows in rocky areas and along riverbanks. It thrives in well-drained soils with moderate moisture.
Leaf information: Fine, needle-like green leaves with a cascading habit.
Preferred Soil: Prefers well-drained soils rich in organic matter, with proper drainage essential to prevent root rot. Thrives in rocky or sandy soils.
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