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'Orange Slices'
Spigelia
Tubular flowers appear for many weeks, falling to the ground after bloom. Popular with hummingbirds. Long-lived once established. More floriferous in full sun, filtered sun is recommended in southern regions.
| Blossom Color | Orange Red |
| Bloom Season | Spring, Summer |
| Exposure | Part Shade, Part Sun to Sun |
| Height | 16-20 in |
| Width | 16-18 |
| Spacing | 16-18 |
| Container Sizes | 1 Gallon |
| Hardiness Zones | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Wildlife Attracted | Bees, Hummingbirds |
| Wildlife Deterred | No Wildlife Deterred |
| Features | Tubular flowers appear for many weeks, falling to the ground after bloom. Popular with hummingbirds. Long-lived once established. More floriferous in full sun, filtered sun is recommended in southern regions. |
| Available Seasons |
| Adaptable as a Houseplant | No |
| Bog Plant | No |
| Is Disease Resistant | No |
| Drought Tolerant | No |
| Edible | No |
| Erosion Control | No |
| Fragrant Flower | No |
| Fragrant Foilage | No |
| Heat Tolerant | No |
| Native to North America | Yes |
| Salt Tolerant | No |
| Succulent | No |
| Water Plant | No |
| Uses | |
| Maintenance Notes | Easy to grow in most soils but is best in rich, moist soils with good drainage. Thrives in both full sun and partial shade. |