Crossandra Seeds - Flower Plant for Home Gardens

Crossandra is a tropical flowering plant valued for its compact, bushy growth habit and clusters of vibrant blooms. It is commonly grown in garden beds, borders, containers, patios, and indoor spaces with adequate light. The plant performs best in warm, humid conditions with fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture. Suitable for tropical and subtropical landscapes, Crossandra provides continuous ornamental interest throughout the growing season.

Features

• Tropical flowering plant with a compact, bushy growth habit
• Produces clusters of colorful ornamental blooms
• Suitable for garden beds, borders, containers, and patios
• Adaptable to warm and humid growing conditions
• Performs well in full sun to partial shade
• Suitable for ornamental landscape and container plantings

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Crossandra infundibuliformis
• Common Name (US): Firecracker Flower
• Seed Type / Variety: Flower Seed
• Growth Habit: Bushy perennial
• USDA Zones: 10–11
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Year-round in warm climates
• Sowing Season: Spring to Summer
• Sowing Season Months: March–August
• Germination: 10–20 days at 70–85°F (21–29°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; maintain consistently moist soil
• Mature Plant Size: 12–36 in tall, 12–24 in spread
• Plant Spacing: 12–18 in apart