Coral Bean

Coral Bean

Erythrina herbacea

Specifications

  • Plant Type: Herb
  • Life Cycle: Perennial
  • Foliage: Deciduous
  • Height: 2 - 4 feet
  • Bloom Color: Red
  • Bloom Time: May June
  • Sun Exposure: Sun Part Sun
  • Soil Conditions: Dry
  • Spacing: 4 feet on center

Culture

Cut back to ground in winter.

Wildlife

Flowers visited by hummingbirds and butterflies.

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