Ixora

Care | Very hardy needing very little water. Prune every 6 months to maintain a square hedge shape, if left will form a naturally rounded shape.Use liquied fertilser If leaves begin to yellow following dry conditions. Protect from frost. |
Common names | Jungle Geranium. |
Flowers | Yes, Spring. |
Flower description | Bearing vibrant coral/tangerine & gold coloured flowers in profusion during the warmer months of the year. |
Foliage | The foliage is fleshy dark green with new bronze tips. |
Growth | 1mtr (h) x 1mtr (w) |
Growth rate | Medium |
Habit | Compact evergreen shrub. |
Origin | Though native to the tropical and subtropical areas throughout the world, its centre of diversity is in Tropical Asia. |
Position | Full Sun / Part Shade |
Pot size | 140mm & 180mm Pots. |
Soil type | Can grow in most soil types with average drainage, mulch to conserve water. |
Uses | Great planted in masse or as a hedge, Ixoras are also great as potted plants. |

Ixora 'Coral Fire'

Ixora 'Gold Fire'