Jatropha multifida typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
coralbush
Jatropha multifida
Coralbush, also known as Jatropha multifida, is a flowering perennial native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It features large clusters of deep red blooms and grows to heights of three to five feet. The shrub has large, alternate leaves that are deep green with hints of bronze and are deeply lobed along their margins. This distinctive foliage creates an attractive backdrop for the brilliant blooms. Coralbush is best grown in full sun and requires very little water once established. It is generally pest and disease free, making it a great choice for creating a vibrant, easy-care landscape.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
10 - 12
Flowers:
Coral red Flowers
Sun:
full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Poisonous To Pets:
Yes
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Tropical:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Coralbush should be watered about once a week, adding enough water to thoroughly wet the soil and to keep it damp but not soggy. You may need to adjust the amount and frequency of your watering for different seasons and soil conditions. In the spring and summer months, when the plant is growing and flowering, it is important to keep evenly moist soil around its roots. During the winter months, water about every 2 weeks, allowing the soil to dry out a bit between each watering.
sunlight
Coralbush plants are best suited to warm climates with full sunlight for at least 6-8 hours a day. They can tolerate some shade as long as they're getting the sun during the hottest part of the day, which is typically from mid-morning until late afternoon. During the spring and summer months, increase the amount of sunlight the plants get to help them increase flower and fruit production. Gradually reduce the amount of sunlight in the fall and winter months until the plant enters a dormant state. Keep in mind that too much direct sunlight can cause the leaves of the coralbush to turn yellow and burn.
pruning
Coralbush should be pruned once or twice a year. Pruning should be done in early spring or late winter before new growth begins. Prune the coralbush to maintain its shape and remove any dead or diseased branches. The amount of pruning depends on the size and age of the plant. For young coralbushes, prune heavily to promote bushiness. For more mature coralbushes, remove any crossed branches, and thin out the canopy to increase the amount of sunlight the plant receives.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
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Oct
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Dec
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Jun
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Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Jatropha multifida typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
