Fremontodendron 'Pacific Sunset'
Pacific Sunset Flannel Bush
Description
'Pacific Sunset' is an open and spreading evergreen shrub that quickly reaches 20' tall and wide. Leaves are evergreen and gray green. Deep orange yellow, large flowers appear in spring, attracting bees. Mostly green capsules appear in fall, creating some litter. It does best in full sun and well draining, sandy or rocky soil. It looks great if espaliered. No summer water required after it's established. Leaves and capsules have irritating hairs so wear protective gloves when pruning.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Allergenic, Attracts Bees
Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.
Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.