Firecracker

Lysimachia ciliata 'Firecracker'

Lysimachia ciliata 'Firecracker' has the following characteristics and cultivation information:

Growth Characteristics
- Appearance: It has reddish leaves and blooms with yellow flowers in the summer.
- Growing Environment: It thrives in partial shade to full sun and prefers well-drained soil.
- Size: It typically grows to a height of 60–90 cm.

Propagation Methods
- Division: It can be propagated by dividing root clumps in spring or autumn.
- Seeds: It can be propagated by seeds, but the process is slow.

Cultivation Methods
- Watering: Maintaining adequate moisture is important, but excessive humidity should be avoided.
- Fertilizer: It is recommended to apply a small amount of slow-release fertilizer every spring.
- Pruning: Remove dead leaves and stems in late winter or early spring.

Garden Uses
- Border Plant: The red leaf color provides a boundary effect against other plants. - Flowerbeds: Yellow flowers add a bright touch to flowerbeds during the summer.
- Landscaping: Utilizing its various heights and colors, it is used in landscaping designs.

Important Pests and Control Methods
- Insects: Since it can be attacked by pests such as aphids, it is necessary to observe the leaves periodically and apply control measures early.
- Diseases: Avoid excessive moisture and be cautious of fungal diseases. Improve ventilation and use fungicides if necessary.
- General Care: Proper fertilization and watering are required to maintain a healthy plant.

The hairy millet 'Firecracker' is relatively easy to care for, making it a suitable plant for beginners to grow.

Plant Family	Primulaceae
Height	60~90cm
Spread	60~90cm
Colors	yellow
Bloom Period	April to August
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-30°C

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Kiliata
Lysimachia ciliata