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Ixora Red

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Why it’s special?

Blooms almost year-round in warm climates
Glossy evergreen foliage stays neat
Loves full Indian sun and heat
Attracts butterflies and sunbirds
Excellent low hedge and container plant
Low-maintenance and coastal-tolerant

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🌎 Country of origin: India

Ixora coccinea is a hardy evergreen shrub treasured across India for its rounded clusters of small, star-shaped flowers in fiery red, orange, pink or yellow. The glossy leathery foliage stays attractive year-round, while blooms appear almost continuously in warm weather. Compact and easy to shape, it suits hedges, borders, foundation plantings and large containers. Thriving in full sun and tropical heat, Ixora rewards consistent watering and slightly acidic soil with non-stop colour. Flowers attract butterflies and sunbirds, and the plant tolerates coastal conditions. A dependable low-maintenance choice for sunny Indian gardens, balconies and temple landscapes alike.

Specifications

Family	Rubiaceae
Native region	Southern India and Sri Lanka
Mature height	1-2 m (dwarf forms 0.5-1 m)
Mature spread	0.6-1.5 m
Growth rate	Moderate
Foliage	Glossy, leathery, evergreen
Flower colour	Red, orange, pink, yellow, white
Flower season	Year-round in warm climates, peak spring-monsoon
Climate zone	Tropical to subtropical

Care guide

Sunlight	Full sun; at least 5-6 hours for best flowering
Watering	Keep soil evenly moist; water when top 2-3 cm dries
Soil / mix	Well-drained, slightly acidic, rich in organic matter
Temperature	20-35°C; protect from hard frost
Humidity	Moderate to high; thrives in tropical humidity
Fertilizer	Acid-loving plant feed monthly in growing season
Pruning	Trim lightly after flushes to keep compact and bushy
Repotting	Every 2 years or when rootbound, into fresh mix
Propagation	Semi-hardwood stem cuttings in warm season
Pests & problems	Watch for aphids, scale, mealybugs and sooty mould
Toxicity / safety	Generally non-toxic; not for consumption
Difficulty	Easy

Uses

Ideal for low hedges, colourful borders, foundation plantings and patio containers. Flowers draw butterflies and sunbirds, making it a lively addition to any sunny garden.

Growing tips

In Indian gardens give Ixora morning-to-midday sun and avoid alkaline soil, which yellows the leaves. Mulch and feed an acidic fertiliser to sustain blooms through summer and the monsoon.

Ixora Red Care

Ixora coccinea is a sun-loving evergreen shrub that flowers best in 5-6 hours of direct light and slightly acidic, well-drained soil. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry and avoid waterlogging, which causes yellowing leaves. Feed with a flowering-plant fertiliser through the growing season and pinch spent flower heads to encourage fresh clusters. Light pruning after each flush keeps the plant bushy and full of blooms.

Ixora Varieties & Types

Ixora is grown in several forms, from compact dwarf types to the taller, larger-leaved kinds like this Long Singapuri variety. The Ixora Red offers dense clusters of tubular red flowers that appear almost year-round in warm Indian conditions. It also comes in orange, pink, yellow and white shades, making it a favourite for colourful hedges, borders and container displays.

Where to place Ixora Red

Position Ixora Red in a bright spot such as a sunny balcony, terrace, garden bed or near a well-lit window where it gets several hours of direct sun. As a compact flowering shrub it works well as a potted specimen, a low hedge, or a border plant along pathways. In hotter regions, a little afternoon shade helps keep the foliage lush while still supporting steady blooming.

Why buy Ixora Red online in India

Buying Ixora online with GardenGo means the plant is sourced locally and delivered fast, often within about two hours in serviced areas, so it arrives alive and healthy instead of stressed from days in transit. You can pick the size that suits your space and add pots, potting soil, fertiliser and tools to the same order. Everything for your garden is sourced nearby and delivered together, ready to plant straight away.

Frequently asked questions

How often should I water my Ixora?

Keep the soil evenly moist, watering when the top 2-3 cm feels dry. In summer this may mean daily watering for pots; avoid waterlogging.

How much sunlight does Ixora need?

It flowers best in full sun with at least 5-6 hours of direct light. In low light it grows leggy and produces few blooms.

Is Ixora safe for pets?

Ixora is generally considered non-toxic and low-risk for cats and dogs, but it is ornamental only and should not be eaten by pets or people.

When and how do I repot Ixora?

Repot every two years or when roots fill the pot, ideally before the growing season, using fresh well-drained, slightly acidic potting mix.

How do I propagate Ixora?

Take 10-15 cm semi-hardwood stem cuttings in the warm season, dip in rooting hormone, and root in moist sandy mix with warmth and humidity.

Why are my Ixora leaves turning yellow?

Yellowing usually signals alkaline soil or iron chlorosis. Use an acidic fertiliser, add iron supplements, and avoid hard water or limey soils.

Why is my Ixora not blooming?

Too little sun, over-pruning, or high-nitrogen feed cause poor flowering. Give full sun and a phosphorus-rich, acid-loving fertiliser.

Can Ixora be grown indoors?

It prefers outdoor sun. Indoors it needs a very bright window or grow light and will flower poorly without strong direct light.

Is Ixora toxic if touched or eaten?

It is not known to be significantly toxic, but it is not edible. Keep flowers and foliage out of reach of small children as a precaution.

What fertiliser is best for Ixora?

Feed monthly during active growth with an acid-loving or balanced flowering plant fertiliser, supplemented with micronutrients like iron and magnesium.

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