| Plant Habit: | Shrub Tree |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Wet Mesic Mesic Dry Mesic |
| Soil pH Preferences: | Strongly acid (5.1 – 5.5) Moderately acid (5.6 – 6.0) Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 8b -9.4 °C (15 °F) to -6.7 °C (20 °F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 7b |
| Plant Height: | 15 feet |
| Plant Spread: | 8 feet |
| Leaves: | Semi-evergreen Broadleaf |
| Flowers: | Showy |
| Flower Color: | Red |
| Bloom Size: | 1"-2" 2"-3" |
| Flower Time: | Summer Late summer or early fall Fall Late fall or early winter |
| Suitable Locations: | Patio/Ornamental/Small Tree |
| Uses: | Shade Tree Flowering Tree |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Hummingbirds |
| Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs repotting every 2 to 3 years |
| Awards and Recognitions: | RHS AGM |
