{"product_id":"costa-farms-ixora-maui-red-live-outdoor-shrub-10-inch-pot-heat-loving-low-maintenance","title":"Costa Farms Ixora Maui Red Live Outdoor Shrub — 10-inch Pot, Heat‑Loving \u0026 Low‑Maintenance","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Costa Farms Ixora Maui Red is a heat-loving, low-maintenance outdoor shrub that delivers nonstop clusters of bold red flowers and glossy evergreen foliage, arriving ready-to-plant in a 10-inch grower pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBring a splash of tropical color to patios, borders, and containers with this compact yet showy Ixora variety. Built to thrive in warm, sunny spots, the Maui Red produces abundant tight flower clusters from late spring through fall while maintaining a neat, evergreen silhouette. Because it's shipped in a well-rooted 10-inch grower pot, you'll have an instant focal point to add height, color, and pollinator activity to your outdoor spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow will this Ixora perform in my sunny patio or garden?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIxora Maui Red is engineered by nature for high light and heat; it blooms best in full sun but tolerates partial shade with slightly fewer flowers. The plant holds up well in warm, humid climates and is especially suited to coastal or tropical-style landscapes where strong color and evergreen structure are desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBest in full sun (6+ hours daily) for peak bloom production\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeat- and humidity-tolerant—ideal for warm regions and poolside settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintains dense, compact growth for beds, hedges, or container displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat care does the plant need after arrival?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce your Ixora arrives, give it a gentle acclimation period to avoid transplant shock. Plant promptly into the ground or a decorative container with well-draining, slightly acidic soil, water thoroughly after planting, and place in a bright, sunny spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePotting: replant into larger container or garden bed within a week\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWatering: keep soil evenly moist at first, then allow light drying between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFertilizing: feed with a balanced, slow-release or acid-loving fertilizer during growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it attract wildlife or require pest management?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIxora Maui Red's nectar-rich flower clusters are highly attractive to butterflies and bees, adding movement and life to your landscape. Routine observation is usually sufficient; treat common pests promptly with appropriate, plant-safe measures to keep foliage healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAttracts pollinators—great for wildlife-friendly gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWatch for scale, mealybugs, or spider mites in stressed plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does hardiness affect where I place this plant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIxora Maui Red favors warm growing zones and can be stressed by freezing temperatures. If you live where frosts or freezes occur, use containers for portability so you can shelter the plant during cold snaps, or treat it as a seasonal specimen in cooler areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCold-sensitive—bring indoors or protect when temperatures approach freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExcellent for year-round outdoor placement in USDA warm zones and tropical climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eContainer planting allows easy seasonal relocation to avoid cold damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this plant best for? The Costa Farms Ixora Maui Red is an excellent fit for gardeners and homeowners seeking a low-fuss, high-impact tropical accent: landscapers wanting bright, evergreen hedging; container gardeners looking for a showy patio specimen; and anyone who wants to invite pollinators and bold color into warm-season outdoor spaces. If you have a sunny spot and a preference for heat-loving plants, this Ixora delivers immediate visual appeal and ongoing seasonal blooms with straightforward care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How much sun does the Ixora Maui Red need?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It thrives in full sun (around 6+ hours daily) but tolerates partial shade with reduced flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I keep this plant outdoors year-round?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes in warm, frost-free climates; move containers indoors or protect plants if temperatures dip near freezing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Costa Farms","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56831397462356,"sku":"B0FNCQXZLW","price":72.02,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/2652\/4244\/files\/costa-farms-ixora-front-view_7c8fd8f2-9d8d-4ce1-83cf-d9f3b901c0a7.jpg?v=1787015391","url":"https:\/\/gardenluxe.co.uk\/products\/costa-farms-ixora-maui-red-live-outdoor-shrub-10-inch-pot-heat-loving-low-maintenance","provider":"Gardenluxe Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}