orange bush monkeyflower
Diplacus aurantiacus
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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
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
California native
Native to: California
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
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.
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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.
Climate Match for your location
See how well orange bush monkeyflower grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
California native
Native to: California
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
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.