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California Native Plant

Epilobium canum

California Fuchsia, Zaushneria

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Description

The California Fuchsia is a perennial with dense, narrow, grey green foliage and orange summer flowers. The growth habit of this plant is sprawling and low, 2' tall and 4' wide. It attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. It prefers full sun and is drought tolerant once it's established. Also widely known as Zauschneria

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Orange

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Grey

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Fall

Location Uses

Perennial Border, With Rocks

Special Uses

Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching around plants helps retain water and improves the soil.