Glory-flower
Clerodendrum bungei
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
36"–60" H × 24"–48" W
Bloom
Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
SC
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Glory-flower is a medium-sized deciduous shrub that produces clusters of fragrant pink to purple flowers from summer through early fall. It grows 3-5 feet tall and spreads readily through underground runners, making it useful for naturalizing areas or creating informal hedges.
In an HOA neighborhood
Glory-flower takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: high. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Spreads aggressively through suckers
- Can appear weedy and unkempt
- Considered invasive in some areas
Wildlife value
The fragrant flower clusters attract bees and butterflies during the long blooming period from July through September.
Common questions
- How much sun does Glory-flower need?
- Glory-flower grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Glory-flower bloom?
- Glory-flower blooms in July, August, and September.
- Where is Glory-flower native?
- Glory-flower (Clerodendrum bungei) is native to SC, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Glory-flower attract?
- Glory-flower draws bees and butterflies.
- Is Glory-flower HOA-friendly?
- Glory-flower takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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