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Zauschneria californica var. latifolia 'Sierra Salmon'
Scientific Name: Epilobium canum var. latifolium 'Sierra Salmon'
Also Known As
- Epilobium 'Sierra Salmon'
- Epilobium latifolia 'Sierra Salmon'
- Zauschneria latifolia 'Sierra Salmon'
- Sierra Salmon Hummingbird Trumpet
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"-26"
- W: 12"-26"
planting zones
- 7b-9b
Zauschneria californica var. latifolia 'Sierra Salmon' plant details
Zauschneria californica var. latifolia 'Sierra Salmon' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In fall and summer salmon flowers emerge. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Zauschneria californica var. latifolia 'Sierra Salmon'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: onagraceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
- Mature size: 12 IN - 26 IN - wide, 12 IN - 26 IN - tall
- Flowers: salmon blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: border plant, hell strip, rock garden, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Zauschneria californica var. latifolia 'Sierra Salmon'
- USDA Zones: 7b - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
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How to Grow Zauschneria californica var. latifolia 'Sierra Salmon'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- salmon
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
- fuzzy
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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