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Zauschneria 'UC Hybrid'

Scientific Name: Epilobium 'Roger's UC Hybrid'

Also Known As

  • UC Hybrid California Fuschia

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Zauschneria 'UC Hybrid' plant details

Zauschneria 'UC Hybrid' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with blue foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Zauschneria 'UC Hybrid'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, hell strip, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Zauschneria 'UC Hybrid'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hybrid California fuschia from the U.C. Botanic Garden in Berkeley, or maybe not, with gray foliage and large scarlet blooms in summer and fall. Full sun and excellent drainage are must needs for this plant to thrive, though it can tolerate poor soils just fine. Height 12-18" and about 3-4' wide. Excellent for slopes and as a foreground plant in dry, sunny areas that receive little attention. Frost hardy to USDA zone 7, around 10 degrees.

Gardening facts about Zauschneria 'UC Hybrid' plant

How to Grow Zauschneria 'UC Hybrid'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
    • fuzzy

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Scientific Name: Epilobium canum

aka Epilobium canum subsp. angustifolia, Epilobium canum subsp. mexicanum, Zauschneria californica subsp. californica, Zauschneria californica subsp. mexicana, Zauschneria californica var. villosa

Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 12"-30"

Width: 12"-36"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

2a-9b

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 6"-9"

  • mostly sun
  • regular
  • dry in summer
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aka Chamerion angustifolium, Fireweed, Great Willow Herb, Rosebay Willow Herb

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

3a-9b

Size

Height: 3'-6'

Width: 3'-8'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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aka Chamaenerion fleischeri, Alpine Willowherb, Dwarf Fireweed

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

7a-9b

Size

Height: 18"

Width: 18"

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Scientific Name: Epilobium canum var. latifolium 'Everett's Choice'

aka Epilobium 'Everett's Choice', Epilobium californica 'Everett's Choice', Zauschneria 'Everett's Choice', Everett California Fuchsia, Everett's Choice California Fuchsia

Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

7b-10b

Size

Height: 6"-12"

Width: 12"-24"

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
Photo of Zauschneria californica 'Everett's Choice' flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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