Aristolochia californica - Red Bluff, CA

Also Known As

California Pipevine
Dutchman's Pipe

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

H: 1'-12'
W: 1'-12"

planting zones

7a-10b

Aristolochia californica - Red Bluff, CA plant details

Aristolochia californica - Red Bluff, CA is a broadleaf deciduous perennial vine with green foliage. In spring and summer burgundy, chocolate and tan flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aristolochia californica - Red Bluff, CA

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: aristolochiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 12 IN - wide, 1 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: burgundy, chocolate and tan blooms in spring and summer
Uses: heart-shaped leaves, trellis, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aristolochia californica - Red Bluff, CA

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This western native Dutchman's pipe, indigenous through western California and southwest Oregon, is a vine to 8 ft or so or a happily scrambling specimen. Deciduous, with 3”, heart-shaped leaves and olive green stems that are quite attractive in their winter leaflessness. In spring and sometimes beyond into summer, light flowers appear -- the Dutchman's pipes of the common name -- often mottled or centered a maroon brown. Sun to part shade with afternoon protection in the hottest climates. Happy with extreme summer drought. Cold hardy to USDA zone 7. Host to the gorgeous blue Pipevine Swallowtail butterfly.