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California Native Plant

Epilobium canum

California Fuchsia, Zauschneria

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer:

 

Description

The California Fuchsia is a perennial with dense, narrow, silver foliage and orange summer flowers. The growth habit of this plant is sprawling and low, 2' tall and 4' wide. This perennial is a California native and attracts hummingbirds. It prefers full sun and is drought tolerant once it's established.

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Orange

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Grey

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.