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Lion's Tail

Lion's Tail

Leonotis leonurus

shrub☀️ full sun💧 low waterZone 8aZone 11b

Lion's Tail is a vibrant South African shrub with distinctive orange tubular flowers arranged in whorled spikes that bloom mid- to late summer. It thrives in full sun and dry conditions, making it excellent for water-wise gardens and coastal landscapes.

Overview

Form
upright, branching
Growth Rate
fast
Size
3–6′ tall × 2–4′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen

Tolerances & Soil

moderate
Zone 8aZone 11b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 8a to Zone 11b

pH Range

67.5
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 6 to 7.5

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SummerFall

Shrub

Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.

Succession Role

pioneerearly successional

Native Range

South Africa

Function & Care

medicinalpollinator nectary

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, cutting

Companion Planting

Plants well with