This unusual annual vine can add vertical interest to the garden. Its vivid blossoms (red tooth-like flowers that fade to orange and then yellow and white) are a hummingbird magnet. Firecracker vine can bloom year round in warm climates, but generally blooms from summer to fall. It is a native of Mexico and Central and South America. -Julia Jones, Designing with Annuals, Fine Gardening issue #120
Noteworthy CharacteristicsLong stems of multi-colored flowers that attract hummingbirds.
CareProvide full sun and well-drained soil in a sheltered location.
PropagationSow seed at 64°F in spring.
ProblemsWilt, charcoal rot, thread blight, white blister, rust, fungal leaf spots, and stem rot may affect plants.
Fine Gardening Recommended Products
Gilmore Rubber Hose Washer 10pk
Fine Gardening receives a commission for items purchased through links on this site, including Amazon Associates and other affiliate advertising programs.
Hunter Industries MP-1000-90 Hunter Nozzle
Fine Gardening receives a commission for items purchased through links on this site, including Amazon Associates and other affiliate advertising programs.
Morvat Heavy Duty Brass Y-Valve
Fine Gardening receives a commission for items purchased through links on this site, including Amazon Associates and other affiliate advertising programs.
- Genus : Ipomoea
- Plant Height : 6 to 10 feet
- Plant Type : Annuals
- Characteristics : Attracts Hummingbirds
- Bloom Time : Early Fall, Early Summer, Late Summer, Summer
- Light : Full Sun
- Maintenance : Low
- Moisture : Medium Moisture
- Flower Color : Red, Yellow
- Plant Seasonal Interest : Summer Interest
Plant Characteristics are only available to Fine Gardening members
Sign up for a free trial and get instant access to our complete plant guide as well as our entire collection of articles and videos.
