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    Fremontodendron californicum subsp. decumbens

    Also Known As

    • Pine Hill Flannel Bush
    • Pine Hill Fremontia

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 3'-6'
    • W: 3'-6'

    planting zones

    • 8a-11

    Fremontodendron californicum subsp. decumbens plant details

    Fremontodendron californicum subsp. decumbens is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with bronze and green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Fremontodendron californicum subsp. decumbens

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: malvaceae
    Foliage: evergreen bronze and green
    Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
    Flowers: orange blooms in summer
    Uses: border plant, xeric

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Fremontodendron californicum subsp. decumbens

    USDA Zones: 8a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: deer, heat
    Soil needs: lean and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Fremontodendron californicum subsp. decumbens plant

    How to Grow Fremontodendron californicum subsp. decumbens

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • lean
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • bronze
      • green

    • Flower Color

      • orange

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • deer resistant

    • Fruit

      • brown

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Fremontodendron 'California Glory'

    aka Fremontodendron californicum x mexicanum 'California Glory', California Glory Flannel Bush, Flannel Bush

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    7a-10b

    Size

    Height: 12'-20'

    Width: 10'-15'

    • sun
    • low
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Fremontodendron 'California Glory' flower by Stickpen
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    Fremontodendron 'San Gabriel'

    aka Fremontodendron x 'San Gabriel', San Gabriel Flannel Bush

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    7b-10b

    Size

    Height: 20'

    Width: 15'

    • sun
    • low - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Fremontodendron 'San Gabriel' flower by Far Out Flora
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    Fremontodendron 'Ken Taylor'

    aka Fremontodendron x 'Ken Taylor', Ken Taylor Flannel Bush, Ken Taylor Flannelbush, Ken Taylors Flannel

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    7a-10b

    Size

    Height: 4'-5'

    Width: 6'-8'

    • sun
    • low - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Fremontodendron 'Ken Taylor' flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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    Fremontodendron californicum

    aka Flannel Bush

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    7a-10b

    Size

    Height: 15'

    Width: 10'

    • sun
    • low - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Fremontodendron californicum form by Far Out Flora
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    Fremontodendron 'Pacific Sunset'

    aka Fremontodendron x 'Pacific Sunset', Flannel Bush

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    8a-10b

    Size

    Height: 12'-20'

    Width: 10'-18'

    • sun
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Fremontodendron 'Pacific Sunset' flower by The Watershed Nursery
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