Scarlet Gilia
Ipomopsis aggregata
Also listed as Batanthes aggregata, Callisteris aggregata
Also known as Scarlet Skyrocket, Skyrocket Gilia, Scarlet Trumpet
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A showy native wildflower with tubular scarlet-red flowers arranged in spikes that attract hummingbirds and other pollinators. It thrives in dry, sunny locations and is relatively short-lived but often self-seeds.
Why grow it
Scarlet Gilia offers reliable hummingbird and pollinator attraction in xeric gardens where many ornamentals struggle. Compared to other short-lived native wildflowers, its tubular flower structure is particularly well-suited to hummingbird feeding. It requires minimal water and soil amendment once established, making it a low-input choice for dry, sunny sites in its native range.
Watch out for
This species can take two years to flower from seed, so patience is needed before assessing establishment success. In areas outside its native range, monitor for any tendency to spread aggressively, as self-seeding behavior varies with local conditions. Poor drainage or excessive watering will shorten its lifespan considerably.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Polemoniaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Southwestern United States
Native to: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wyoming
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A showy native wildflower with tubular scarlet-red flowers arranged in spikes that attract hummingbirds and other pollinators. It thrives in dry, sunny locations and is relatively short-lived but often self-seeds.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Scarlet Gilia grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Scarlet Gilia offers reliable hummingbird and pollinator attraction in xeric gardens where many ornamentals struggle. Compared to other short-lived native wildflowers, its tubular flower structure is particularly well-suited to hummingbird feeding. It requires minimal water and soil amendment once established, making it a low-input choice for dry, sunny sites in its native range.
Watch out for
This species can take two years to flower from seed, so patience is needed before assessing establishment success. In areas outside its native range, monitor for any tendency to spread aggressively, as self-seeding behavior varies with local conditions. Poor drainage or excessive watering will shorten its lifespan considerably.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Polemoniaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Southwestern United States
Native to: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wyoming
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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