Red Cestrum Seeds (Cestrum elegans) Overview
Enhance your garden with the vibrant and fragrant Red Cestrum, also known as Bastard Jasmine. These 10 high-quality seeds produce an ornamental shrub featuring clusters of striking crimson-red tubular flowers and glossy green foliage. Ideal for adding bold color and a light fragrance, this fast-growing shrub can reach heights of up to 10 feet, making it suitable for garden beds, borders, or container cultivation.
Key Features
- Includes 10 Cestrum elegans seeds ready for planting
- Produces fragrant, crimson-red tubular flowers
- Fast-growing evergreen to semi-evergreen shrub
- Attracts pollinators with its long blooming period
- Suitable for outdoor gardens or container growing
- Securely packaged for safe delivery
Growing Information
- Plant Type: Evergreen to semi-evergreen shrub
- Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Well-draining soil
- Watering: Moderate; keep soil moist during germination
- Mature Height: Up to 8–10 feet
- Growth Rate: Fast
- USDA Zones: 8–11
- Container Friendly: Yes
For best results, lightly scarify the seeds and soak them for 24 hours before planting. Sow in warm conditions between 70–80°F and maintain consistent soil moisture. Germination typically occurs within 2 to 4 weeks, making this an excellent choice for gardeners seeking an exotic, low-maintenance flowering shrub from seed.