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Zauschneria cana 'John Bixby'
Scientific Name: Epilobium canum 'John Bixby'
Also Known As
- Zauschneria canum 'John Bixby'
- California Fuchsia
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 4'-5'
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Zauschneria cana 'John Bixby' plant details
Zauschneria cana 'John Bixby' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Zauschneria cana 'John Bixby'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: onagraceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: rock garden, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Zauschneria cana 'John Bixby'
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cistus Nursery
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Gardening facts about Zauschneria cana 'John Bixby' plant
How to Grow Zauschneria cana 'John Bixby'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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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
aka Chamaenerion angustifolium subsp. circumvagum, Chamerion angustifolium subsp. circumvagum, Blackheart, Blooming Sally, Fireweed, Rosebay, Rosebay Willow Herb
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
2a-9b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 6"-9"
- mostly sun
- regular
- dry in summer
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
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
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
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