About
Russelia sarmentosa is an ornamental shrub producing the characteristic arching stems and tubular flowers of the genus. A rewarding and free-flowering plant for a heated conservatory or frost-free garden.
About the genus
Russelia are evergreen or deciduous shrubs with arching stems bearing usually scale-like leaves and tubular, red, pink or white flowers in axillary clusters. Popular and free-flowering plants for heated conservatories and frost-free gardens.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, hedging, specimen planting.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in sun or part shade.
PruningPrune after flowering or late winter.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.