USDA: 8a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H4 - G2 Australia: 2 - 5
Care Level
Height
1.2 - 1.8 m (4 - 6 ft)
Spread
1.5 - 2.4 m (5 - 8 ft)
Light
full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture
low to average, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
neutral to alkaline
Description
The shrub Hamelia patens 'Compacta' (dwarf hummingbird bush) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and bright yellow blooms during mid-spring to late autumn. The matte foliage is medium green in colour, medium in texture and semi-evergreen. Hamelia patens 'Compacta' (dwarf hummingbird bush) yields showy fruit. This plant has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Hamelia patens 'Compacta' (dwarf hummingbird bush) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Bedding plant, border, container, hedge, specimen and tropical.
Special Characteristics
Birds, hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Hamelia patens 'Compacta' . Hamelia patens 'Compacta' is tolerant of drought, wet sites, compacted soil, pollution and salt.
Cautions
When planning your garden, take into consideration that Hamelia patens 'Compacta' (dwarf hummingbird bush) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.
