Zauschneria californica ?Ghostly Red'

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Ghostly Red California Fuchsia

 
California Native Plant
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: GardenSoft

 

Description

The California Fuchsia is a perennial with dense, fuzzy, gray green foliage that reaches 3' tall and 5' wide, with a sprawling habit. This California native has red, narrow, trumpet-shaped blooms from late summer through fall that attract hummingbirds. It prefers full sun and regular watering and more during hot summer months. This plant tolerates poor soil.

 

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Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Width Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Red

 

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

 

Leaf Color

Grey

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.