Phygelius x rectus 'Pink Elf'

Also Known As

Pink Elf Cape Fuchsia

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 3'
W: 3'

planting zones

7a-9b

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Phygelius x rectus 'Pink Elf' plant details

Phygelius x rectus 'Pink Elf' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phygelius x rectus 'Pink Elf'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: scrophulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 3 FT - wide, 0 - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phygelius x rectus 'Pink Elf'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Phygelius x rectus 'Pink Elf' is a beautiful Cape fuchsia with dusty rose to glowing pink trumpet-shaped flowers opening to reveal yellow throats. The pink tones change with the age of the flowers and even with the light throughout the day. Blooms over a long period through summer into fall. Popular with hummingbirds.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

This more compact 2-3' form of the easy-going, long-blooming S. African shrub produces spikes of horizontal-held tubular flowers which are pale-pink with deep crimson lobes. S/M