A compact California shrub with tubular orange flowers that bloom prolifically over many months. Extremely drought-tolerant and low-maintenance once established, making it ideal for water-wise gardens and Mediterranean climates.
Overview
Form
Mounding
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
2–4′ tall × 2–4′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen
Tolerances & Soil
Zone 9aZone 11b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 9a to Zone 11b
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringSummer
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
early successional
Native to the United States
Native Range
California native
Native to: California
Function & Care
pollinator nectarywildlife benefit
Establishment & Care
Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, cutting
Notable Cultivars
'Jelly Bean' is a compact cultivar with bright orange flowers, while 'Sunset' offers warm sunset-tone blooms; both remain smaller than the species and are popular in container and xeriscape plantings.
