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Castilleja linariifolia

Also Known As

  • Linearleaf Paintbrush
  • Wyoming Paintbrush

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-40"
  • W: 6"-18"

planting zones

  • 4a-10b

Castilleja linariifolia plant details

Castilleja linariifolia is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer orange, red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and low water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Castilleja linariifolia

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: orobanchaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 40 IN - tall
Flowers: orange, red and yellow blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Castilleja linariifolia

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Soil needs: well-drained

Gardening facts about Castilleja linariifolia plant

How to Grow Castilleja linariifolia

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • orange
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 8"

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 1'-2'

  • sun
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Width: 4"-12"

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