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Zauschneria californica ssp. garrettii

Scientific Name: Epilobium canum ssp. garrettii

Also Known As

  • Epilobium californica ssp. garrettii
  • Zauschneria garrettiae
  • California Fucshia
  • Creeping Hummingbird Trumpet
  • Garrett's Firechalice

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-8"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Zauschneria californica ssp. garrettii plant details

Zauschneria californica ssp. garrettii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer orange and red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Zauschneria californica ssp. garrettii

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Zauschneria californica ssp. garrettii

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Spreads like a groundcover to 18" wide. Reportedly not browsed by deer. Water regularly when in bloom to keep flowers coming. Prefers some afternoon shade.
The hardiest of the California Fuchsias and a great plant for Gregoire's Drought Emergency. This takes a dry sunny position although it is more luxuriant in kinder conditions. Tubular orange red flowers in late summer causes a Hummingbird feeding frenzy. Good drainage.

Gardening facts about Zauschneria californica ssp. garrettii plant

How to Grow Zauschneria californica ssp. garrettii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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