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Castilleja angustifolia
Also Known As
- Desert Indian Paintbrush
- Northwestern Paintbrush
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 16"
- W: 8"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Castilleja angustifolia plant details
Castilleja angustifolia is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer orange and red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Castilleja angustifolia
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: orobanchaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 8 IN wide, 16 IN tall
- Flowers: orange and red blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: hemiparasitic, native plant, showy
GROWING CONDITIONS for Castilleja angustifolia
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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How to Grow Castilleja angustifolia
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
- orange
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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