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Zauschneria californica, Epilobium canum

Zauschneria californica, Epilobium canum

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Common California Fuchsia; Hummingbird Trumpet

A dense sprawling California Native that grows up to one and a half feet high by three feet wide. It spreads by rhizomes, creating a mat form. Red orange flowers bloom in the summer and fall. It is winter deciduous and its best to trim back after blooming in the late fall.

it is not recommended to prune the plant until it is established, about two years. Once established cut back hard every winter after the plant is done blooming. It should be cut back to 2 stubs. If the plant is not pruned, new growth will emerge at the tips of existing stems.

An easy California Native to grow in the Los Angeles area.

Family Name Onagraceae
Species Name Epilobium canum
Common Name California Fuchsia
Native to California
Plant Type Spreading perennial
Height x Width 4″-3′ x 3-5′
Growth Habit Spreading
Growth Rate Fast
Sun Exposure Full to part shade
Water Requirement Low
Soil Type Any
Flower Color Red, orange
Flowering Months Mid summer to Fall
Evergreen/Deciduous Winter deciduous/semi-deciduous
Fragrant No
Cold Hardy to 0F
Attracts pollinators Hummingbirds, Moths
Container Plant Yes (cut back when dormant)
Erosion Control Yes
Bank Stabilization Yes
Fire Resistant No
Deer resistant Yes
Local plant Yes

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