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Phygelius capensis 'Magenta'

Also Known As

  • Magenta Cape Fucshia

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Phygelius capensis 'Magenta' plant details

Phygelius capensis 'Magenta' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer magenta flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phygelius capensis 'Magenta'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: scrophulariaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: magenta blooms in summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phygelius capensis 'Magenta'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

I was never particularly thrilled with “Cape Fuchsia” even though it’s so EASY, DROUGHT TOLERANT & adored by hummingbirds. The flower colors were just too dull for me! Now, with so many new colors appearing in the trade, especially this bright & pretty magenta-rose variety from the Santa Cruz Arboretum, I’m finding them quite desirable & am planting them in my garden. To 2’ x 2,’ ‘Magenta’ displays lots of long lasting loosely clustered tubular blooms on upright spikes from June to September. Especially great for bringing cheery color to low maintenance & dry gardens during Summer. The deep green, evergreen foliage is attractive, too. Provide well-drained soil with compost added & cut back to 6” in Winter. South African native.

Gardening facts about Phygelius capensis 'Magenta' plant

How to Grow Phygelius capensis 'Magenta'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Flower Color

    • magenta
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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