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California Native Plant

Isomeris arborea

Coastal Bladder Pod

Plant photo of: Isomeris arborea
Information by: James Campbell, El Nativo Growers        Photographer: Betsy Thompson

 

Description

The native bladderpod is one of the toughest and unusual natives in California, characterized by its green 'bladder' fruits. The 4-6'H x 4-6'W shrub blooms nearly year round. The yellow flowers are a favorite of hummingbirds. The plant tolerates the roughest of conditions including poor soils, salt spray, extreme drought, etc. Little to no care or water once established in the garden. Other names: Peritoma arborea: changed to this, Cleome isomeris,.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Width Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Constant

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Green

Fruit Season

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Constant

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Seascape, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, With Rocks

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Fire Resistant, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Irrigate in the early morning to minimize evaporation.