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Fouquieria splendens
Also Known As
- White-flowered Ocotillo
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 30'
- W: 10'
planting zones
- 7a-11
Fouquieria splendens plant details
Fouquieria splendens is a deciduous cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer orange flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and gritty soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Fouquieria splendens
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: fouquieriaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 0 - 10 FT - wide, 0 - 30 FT - tall
- Flowers: orange blooms in fall, spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Fouquieria splendens
- USDA Zones: 7a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: average and gritty
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Gardening facts about Fouquieria splendens plant
How to Grow Fouquieria splendens
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- orange
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 4'
- sun - bright shade
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 5'-7'
- sun
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 8'-15'
- sun
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Zones
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Width: 10'-12'
- sun
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