Crossandra 'Orange Marmalade' – 1 Gallon

Bring a burst of tropical color to your garden with Crossandra 'Orange Marmalade'! This beautiful evergreen shrub produces clusters of vibrant apricot-orange blooms that brighten shaded gardens from late spring through fall, with flowers appearing nearly year-round in frost-free climates. Its glossy deep green foliage creates a lush backdrop, making it just as attractive when not in bloom.

Perfect for Southern gardens, patios, containers, or mixed landscape beds, Crossandra attracts butterflies while providing months of continuous color with very little maintenance.

Plant Details

• Size: 2–3 feet tall and wide
• Sun Exposure: Morning sun to partial shade
• USDA Zones: 9–11 (protect from frost)
• Bloom Time: Late spring through fall, with extended blooming in warm climates
• Bloom Color: Bright apricot-orange
• Evergreen: Yes, in warm climates
• Attracts: Butterflies

Planting Instructions

Choose a location with morning sun and afternoon shade or filtered sunlight. Plant in rich, well-drained soil amended with organic matter. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and plant so the top of the root ball sits level with the surrounding soil. Water thoroughly after planting and apply 2–3 inches of mulch, keeping it a few inches away from the base of the plant.

Care Instructions

• Keep soil consistently moist, especially during hot summer weather.
• Water regularly until established, then as needed during dry periods.
• Feed in spring and midsummer with a balanced slow-release fertilizer formulated for flowering plants.
• Remove spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.
• Protect from freezing temperatures, as Crossandra is frost-sensitive.
• Prune lightly in early spring to maintain a full, compact shape.

With its cheerful blooms, tropical foliage, and long flowering season, Crossandra 'Orange Marmalade' is an easy way to add vibrant color and Southern charm to your landscape or patio all season long.