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Camissonia walkeri var. tortilis

Also Known As

  • Chylismia walkeri ssp. tortilis
  • Oenothera walkeri var. tortilis
  • Walker's Suncup

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 12"-36"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 9a-10b

Camissonia walkeri var. tortilis plant details

Camissonia walkeri var. tortilis is a broadleaf semi-evergreen annual / biennial with blue foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Camissonia walkeri var. tortilis

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 12 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: native plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camissonia walkeri var. tortilis

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Camissonia walkeri var. tortilis plant

How to Grow Camissonia walkeri var. tortilis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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