5 Mexican Red Bird of Paradise Seeds (Caesalpinia pulcherrima) – Dwarf Poinciana Flower Shrub

Brand: HPGS

Color: Gold, Green, Multicolor, Orange, Red, White, Yellow

Features:

• Vivid Tricolor Blooms: Red-orange-yellow flowers summer-frost​
• Thornless 8-12 ft Shrub: Container-friendly tropical growth
• Pollinator Magnet: Hummingbirds/butterflies flock to flowers
• Sun/Drought Tolerant: Thrives in heat; low water needs​
• Viable Fast Germination: Scarify/soak method works well

Details: Mexican Red Bird of Paradise

Grow Mexican Red Bird of Paradise from these 5 Caesalpinia pulcherrima seeds, also called Dwarf Poinciana or Pride of Barbados. This tropical shrub produces clusters of vibrant red-orange-yellow flowers summer through frost, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. Thornless stems grow 8-12 ft tall x 6-8 ft wide, thriving in full sun Zones 8-11 or as annuals farther north.

Growing Instructions:

Germination: Scarify + soak 24 hrs warm water; 77-84°F germination 30-60 days
Light: Full sun for maximum blooms
Soil: Well-drained average-dry; tolerates poor soils
Spacing: 6-10 ft apart; prune for shape
Hardiness: Zones 8-11; annual in cooler areas

Colorful bloomer adds tropical flair and pollinator appeal