California Fuchsia

Epilobium Canum

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Overview

California Fuchsia (Epilobium canum) is a vibrant perennial thriving in zones 8-10. Its bright red-orange flowers, blooming from summer to fall, attract hummingbirds. Drought-resistant and thriving in full sun, it reaches 1 to 2 feet in height and spreads 2 to 4 feet wide. Ideal for low-water gardens, it requires well-drained soils. Prune post-blooming to maintain shape and encourage growth. Adds a colorful, low-maintenance option for wildscape designs.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 8–11Climate Arid, Mediterranean

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — California Fuchsia (Epilobium canum) is a vibrant perennial thriving in zones 8-10

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Onagraceae
Climate: Arid, Mediterranean

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California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — lance-shaped leaves that can grow up to 1 inch long; minimal maintenance is required, image 110

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — while the plant itself typically reaches a height of 1 to 2 feet with a spreading habit of 2 to 4 feet wide, image 111

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — creating a dense mat that can suppress weeds effectively; adds a colorful, low-maintenance option for, image 112

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — The California Fuchsia blooms profusely from mid-summer to fall, providing an extended season of interest, image 113

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — These striking flowers are a magnet for hummingbirds; and a light pruning in late autumn helps maintain its, image 114

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — inviting a lively buzz of activity in the garden.<br><br>For the ideal cultivation of Epilobium canum; its, image 115

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — plant it in well-drained soil and position it where it can receive full sun to partial shade; noted for its, image 116

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — Minimal maintenance is required; plant it in well-drained soil and position it where it can receive full sun, image 117

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — though occasional watering during prolonged dry spells will keep it looking its best; orange flowers in the, image 118

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — Deadheading spent blooms can encourage a more robust display; prune post-blooming to maintain shape and, image 119

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — Prune post-blooming to maintain shape and encourage growth; scientifically named Epilobium canum, image 80

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — Adds a colorful, low-maintenance option for wildscape designs; these striking flowers are a magnet for, image 81

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — scientifically named Epilobium canum; with its low-water needs and high wildlife value, image 82

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — thriving in hardiness zones 7-10; drought-resistant and thriving in full sun, it reaches 1 to 2 feet in, image 83

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — Noted for its drought tolerance once established; lance-shaped leaves that can grow up to 1 inch long, image 84

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — lance-shaped leaves that can grow up to 1 inch long; minimal maintenance is required, image 85

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — while the plant itself typically reaches a height of 1 to 2 feet with a spreading habit of 2 to 4 feet wide, image 86

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — creating a dense mat that can suppress weeds effectively; adds a colorful, low-maintenance option for, image 87

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — These striking flowers are a magnet for hummingbirds; and a light pruning in late autumn helps maintain its, image 89

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — inviting a lively buzz of activity in the garden.<br><br>For the ideal cultivation of Epilobium canum; its, image 90

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — plant it in well-drained soil and position it where it can receive full sun to partial shade; noted for its, image 91

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — Minimal maintenance is required; plant it in well-drained soil and position it where it can receive full sun, image 92

California Fuchsia (Epilobium Canum) — though occasional watering during prolonged dry spells will keep it looking its best; orange flowers in the, image 93

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