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Erysimum 'Orange Flame'

Also Known As

  • Wallflower

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 8"-10"
  • W: 14"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Erysimum 'Orange Flame' plant details

Erysimum 'Orange Flame' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer orange flowers emerge. Attracts birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Erysimum 'Orange Flame'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: brassicaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 14 IN - wide, 8 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, fragrant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Erysimum 'Orange Flame'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The bright orange fragrant flowers of this little (8-10"hx14"w) charmer will dash any lingering winter doldrums and then keep right on blooming! Perfect for container, rockery or border. Sun/M-D/GoodDrainage

Gardening facts about Erysimum 'Orange Flame' plant

How to Grow Erysimum 'Orange Flame'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Zones

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Size

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