Schizanthus hookeri

Also Known As

Little Mountain Butterfly

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 24"

planting zones

9a-10b

Schizanthus hookeri plant details

Schizanthus hookeri is a broadleaf semi-evergreen annual / biennial with green foliage. In summer magenta and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Schizanthus hookeri

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, showy, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Schizanthus hookeri

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An intricate flower in a delicate color. In the golden hours of dawn & dusk, these little “butterflies” really glow! Blooming thru the Summer months with sprays of many flowers at a time, flowers are a light mauvey color with a golden center. Though this species from Chile is often described as an annual, we consider it to be a short-lived perennial here by the bay. Schizanthus hookeri tolerates more sun & more drought than other Schizanthus we have grown, but I would not go so far as to say that it’s a drought tolerant plant. Grows from 1.5-2’ tall & wide & can become almost shrubby!