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Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip

Fouquieria Splendens

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Overview

The Ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens), also known as Coachwhip, is a striking desert plant native to the Southwest USA. Growing 15-30 feet tall, it features long, spiny, whip-like canes that burst with fiery red tubular flowers after rainfall, attracting hummingbirds. Thrives in well-drained soils; full sun; USDA Zone 7-11. Low water needs once established. Ideal for xeriscaping, providing dramatic vertical accents in arid garden designs.

Sun FullWater LowZones 9–10Type SucculentClimate Arid
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — which can swiftly fall off in response to drought; known for its striking appearance and, image 108

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Succulent
Family
Fouquieriaceae
Climate
Arid

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Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — orange and red flowers in the garden; oval-shaped leaves along these canes, image 91
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — which can swiftly fall off in response to drought; known for its striking appearance and, image 77
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — which typically bloom from March to June; succulent with orange and red blooms, image 80
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — spine-covered canes that emerge from a central root crown
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — oval-shaped leaves along these canes; is a striking desert plant native to the Southwest USA, image 107
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Thrives in well-drained soils; full sun; USDA Zone 7-11
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — which can swiftly fall off in response to drought; known for its striking appearance and adaptability to
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Low water needs once established; the Ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens)
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Regular supplemental watering can encourage leaf retention and more frequent flowering
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Regular supplemental watering can encourage leaf retention and more frequent flowering; it practically
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — is a distinctive plant native to the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico; hardiness is rated for
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — whip-like canes that burst with fiery red tubular flowers after rainfall; which typically bloom, image 96
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — succulent with orange and red blooms
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Ideal for xeriscaping, providing dramatic vertical accents in arid garden designs; is a, image 68
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — and are a known hummingbird attractant; ideal for xeriscaping, providing dramatic vertical, image 112
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — commonly referred to as Coachwhip or by its scientific name; which can swiftly fall off in, image 100
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Hardiness is rated for USDA zones 8 through 11; but is not necessary for the survival of this hardy specimen
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — The Ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens)
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — conserving vital moisture.<br><br>About 1.5 to 2 inches long, image 109
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Hardiness is rated for USDA zones 8 through 11; but is not necessary for the survival of this, image 84
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — with a spread of approximately 10 feet when fully mature; its growth habit is characterized by a, image 104
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — known for its striking appearance and adaptability to arid conditions; orange and red flowers in, image 102
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Low water needs once established; the Ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens), image 67
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Ideal for xeriscaping, providing dramatic vertical accents in arid garden designs
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