Tropical beauty ixora is known for its showy pom-pom clusters of flowers, and larger cultivars Nora Grant and Super King have some of the brightest bloom colors of all.
One of the most popular Florida flowering plants, irresistably pretty Nora Grant blooms with bright, hot pink flowers.
Handsome Super King has big, deep scarlet blossoms, making it one of the most eye-catching red flowering shrubs for the garden.
These outstanding landscape plants bloom on and off during most of the year, more so in warmer months. They attract butterflies and thrive with just basic care.
Their size works in any yard with correct placement. Too tall for use as foundation plants, these larger varieties can add color and interest along a blank garage wall or a plain fence.
Elegant yet casual, their look fits in well with tropical landscapes or cottage-garden style, as well as more formal designs.
How to Grow Ixora
The best floral displays are produced by Ixora grown in full sun situations. Well-drained soil and moderate to slightly acidic pH is crucial to growing an Ixora bush. The plant develops chlorosis when installed in alkaline soils. Keep the soil evenly moist and prune the plant when it gets unruly. Ixora responds well to shearing and makes an excellent low hedge with its 4 to 6 foot (1-2 m.) height. Propagation of the shrub is through stem cuttings which can be rooted with the help of a rooting hormone.
