Flannel Bush

Fremontodendron Californicum

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Overview

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron californicum) is a vibrant evergreen shrub, native to California. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun, reaching up to 20 feet tall and wide. It boasts large, showy yellow flowers up to 3 inches across from spring to summer. Its velvety green leaves can cause skin irritation, so handle with care. Ideal for creating a statement in xeriscaped gardens or as a privacy screen. Zones 8-10.

Zones 6–10Climate Mediterranean

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron californicum) is a vibrant evergreen shrub, native to California

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron californicum) is a vibrant evergreen shrub, native to California

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun, reaching up to 20 feet tall and wide

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — It boasts large, showy yellow flowers up to 3 inches across from spring to summer

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — Its velvety green leaves can cause skin irritation, so handle with care

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — Ideal for creating a statement in xeriscaped gardens or as a privacy screen

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — scientifically named Fremontodendron californicum

Culture

USDA zones: 6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Climate: Mediterranean

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Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun, reaching up to 20 feet tall and wide; the plant is, image 38

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron californicum) is a vibrant evergreen shrub, native to California

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun, reaching up to 20 feet tall and wide

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — It boasts large, showy yellow flowers up to 3 inches across from spring to summer

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — Its velvety green leaves can cause skin irritation, so handle with care

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — Ideal for creating a statement in xeriscaped gardens or as a privacy screen

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — scientifically named Fremontodendron californicum

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — is a vigorous evergreen shrub that originates from the southwestern areas of the United States

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — flannel-like texture of the leaves

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — Its upright and spreading habit features dense

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — dark green leaves that are slightly lobed and covered with star-shaped hairs

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — the plant is adorned with vibrant yellow flowers

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — which can be up to 3 inches across

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — These showy blossoms are cup-shaped and have a leathery texture

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — the Flannel Bush thrives in well-draining soils

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — It is well-suited for US hardiness zones 8 to 10

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — it does not require frequent watering or fertilizing

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — making it an ideal choice for landscapes in arid climates or where water conservation is a priority

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — yellow flowers in the garden

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron californicum) is a vibrant evergreen shrub, native to California; its velvety green

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun, reaching up to 20 feet tall and wide; the plant is adorned with

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — It boasts large, showy yellow flowers up to 3 inches across from spring to summer; yellow flowers in the garden

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — Its velvety green leaves can cause skin irritation, so handle with care; is a vigorous evergreen shrub that

Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron Californicum) — Ideal for creating a statement in xeriscaped gardens or as a privacy screen; the Flannel Bush thrives in