Chinese lantern flower

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Witness the delicate, pendulous blossoms that hang against Chinese lantern's foliage, and you'll wonder if this shrub… by altafnoor

Shrub: Evergreen perennial. Good container and border plant. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Has drooping lantern-like flowers and maple-like leaves. Bloom time: spring-fall. Bloom color: orange/yellow petals with unique red veining. Height: 8-10'. Width: 3-4'. Prune during growing season. Exposure: sun/part shade. Water: moderate. USDA Z5.

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