Zauschneria cana
California Fuchsia
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. The California fuchsia is native to California, is drought tolerant, and attracks hummingbirds. -Cornflower Farms
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Width Range
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Fall
Leaf Color
Grey
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Invasive
Design Styles
English Cottage, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Fall Color
Seasonal Interest
Fall
Location Uses
Perennial Border, With Rocks
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
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.