Gambelia juncea
Also Known As
- Galvezia juncea
- Baja Bush Snapdragon
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3'-4'
- W: 4'-6'
planting zones
- 9a-11
Gambelia juncea plant details
Gambelia juncea is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Gambelia juncea
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: plantaginaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Gambelia juncea
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, lean, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Fab foliar interest for native and low water gardens! Thin, branching, reed-like wands on a very upright plant to 3’ tall, make “Baja Bush Snapdragon” a fun textural accent & an almost grass-like foil for larger-foliaged plants. In early Summer, slim, nectar-rich, 1.5” scarlet blooms appear at branch tips & are perfectly shaped to accommodate hungry hummingbirds! Native to the rocky cliffs & canyons of Baja California, it’ll be happiest in well-draining or rocky soil. Easily tolerates dry conditions along the coast, but looks better with some water inland. Easy & rewarding!
Gardening facts about Gambelia juncea plant
How to Grow Gambelia juncea
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- grassy
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aka Galvezia speciosa, Island Bush Snapdragon
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 4'-5'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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aka Galvezia speciosa 'Pink Panther', Pink Panther Island Bush Snapdragon
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 4'-5'
- sun - shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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