Ixora
Ixora coccinea
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Sep 16, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
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About Ixora
Ixora (Ixora coccinea) is a tropical evergreen shrub from South Asia bearing dense, rounded clusters of small tubular flowers in brilliant shades of red, orange, pink, and yellow nearly year-round. It reaches its northern hardiness limit in zone 9b NE Florida, where it thrives in acidic soil and full sun as a long-blooming butterfly nectar source. Starting at $14.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
- Flower Color
- Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Acidic, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Bloom season. Ideal planting window.
Bloom season. Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Plant ixora in full sun for maximum blooming; it tolerates partial shade but flower production declines. Avoid sites near concrete or alkaline soils, which cause chlorosis.
Water regularly to maintain moist but well-drained soil. Ixora is moderately drought-tolerant once established but performs best with consistent moisture during NE Florida's dry spells.
Requires acidic, well-drained soil (pH 5.0–6.5). Fertilize with an acid-forming, micronutrient-rich fertilizer three times per year (spring, summer, fall) to prevent iron and manganese chlorosis common in NE Florida's sandy soils.
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Common questions
Is Ixora a good plant for St. Augustine?
Ixora is a shrub for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with medium salt tolerance, reaching 4-6 feet × 4-6 feet (varies by cultivar).
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.