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Zauschneria [12289]

Scientific Name: Epilobium [12289]

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

Zauschneria [12289] plant details

Zauschneria [12289] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In summer orange and red flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Zauschneria [12289]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in summer
Uses: floriferous, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Zauschneria [12289]

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained

Gardening facts about Zauschneria [12289] plant

How to Grow Zauschneria [12289]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous

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Scientific Name: Epilobium canum

aka Epilobium canum subsp. angustifolia, Epilobium canum subsp. mexicanum, Zauschneria californica subsp. californica, Zauschneria californica subsp. mexicana, Zauschneria californica var. villosa

Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 12"-30"

Width: 12"-36"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
Photo of Zauschneria californica flower, form by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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aka Chamaenerion angustifolium subsp. circumvagum, Chamerion angustifolium subsp. circumvagum, Blackheart, Blooming Sally, Fireweed, Rosebay, Rosebay Willow Herb

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

2a-9b

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 6"-9"

  • mostly sun
  • regular
  • dry in summer
Photo of Epilobium angustifolium subsp. circumvagum flower by Stan Shebs
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aka Chamerion angustifolium, Fireweed, Great Willow Herb, Rosebay Willow Herb

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

3a-9b

Size

Height: 3'-6'

Width: 3'-8'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
Photo of Epilobium angustifolium flower by Delphine Ménard
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aka Chamaenerion fleischeri, Alpine Willowherb, Dwarf Fireweed

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

7a-9b

Size

Height: 18"

Width: 18"

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
Photo of Epilobium fleischeri flower by Plant Select®
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Scientific Name: Epilobium canum var. latifolium 'Everett's Choice'

aka Epilobium 'Everett's Choice', Epilobium californica 'Everett's Choice', Zauschneria 'Everett's Choice', Everett California Fuchsia, Everett's Choice California Fuchsia

Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

7b-10b

Size

Height: 6"-12"

Width: 12"-24"

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
Photo of Zauschneria californica 'Everett's Choice' flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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