Coral Bean

$1999
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Erythrina herbacea, commonly known as coral bean, is a deciduous native shrub prized for its striking spikes of bright red tubular flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Its bold blooms, interesting thorny stems, and attractive seed pods make it a unique addition to native gardens, pollinator landscapes, and naturalized areas.

Care Needs:
• Light: Full sun to partial sun
• Water: Water regularly until established; once established, water during extended dry periods
• Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead growth and maintain shape
• Fertilizer: Fertilizer is rarely needed; if desired, apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring

Attributes

  • Plant Type
    Shrub | Perennial
  • USDA Zone
    8 - 11
  • Origin
    Southeastern United States
  • Toxicity
    Seeds are toxic if ingested
  • Mature Height
    6-15 ft
  • Mature Width
    4-8 ft
  • Soil Preference
    Well-drained, tolerant of sandy soils
  • Spacing
    6-10 ft
  • Growth Rate
    Moderate to fast
  • Critter Resistant
    Yes
  • Salt Tolerance
    Moderate
  • Cold Tolerance
    Moderate
  • Flowering
    Yes
  • Bloom Period
    Spring through early summer
  • Flower Color
    Red
  • Stem Color
    Green to grey-brown
  • Foliage Color
    Green
Liberty Landscape Supply

Coral Bean

$1999

Erythrina herbacea, commonly known as coral bean, is a deciduous native shrub prized for its striking spikes of bright red tubular flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Its bold blooms, interesting thorny stems, and attractive seed pods make it a unique addition to native gardens, pollinator landscapes, and naturalized areas.

Care Needs:
• Light: Full sun to partial sun
• Water: Water regularly until established; once established, water during extended dry periods
• Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead growth and maintain shape
• Fertilizer: Fertilizer is rarely needed; if desired, apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring

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  • 3#
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