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Cedros Island Snapdragon

Gambelia Juncea

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Overview

The Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia juncea) is an evergreen shrub notable for its slender, reed-like stems reaching 3-5 feet tall. Originating from Baja California, it thrives in USDA zones 8-10. Spring through summer, it showcases tubular red flowers, attracting hummingbirds. It prefers full sun, well-drained soil, and minimal water once established, making it an excellent choice for drought-tolerant landscapes. Space plants approximately 2 feet apart to accommodate growth.

Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 9–11
Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — The Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia juncea) is an evergreen shrub notable for its slender
Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — The Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia juncea) is an evergreen shrub notable for its slenderCedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — reed-like stems reaching 3-5 feet tallCedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — Originating from Baja California, it thrives in USDA zones 8-10Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — Spring through summer, it showcases tubular red flowers, attracting hummingbirdsCedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — making it an excellent choice for drought-tolerant landscapesCedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — Space plants approximately 2 feet apart to accommodate growth+7

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Scrophulariaceae

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Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — and minimal water once established
Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — The Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia juncea) is an evergreen shrub notable for its slender
Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — reed-like stems reaching 3-5 feet tall
Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — Originating from Baja California, it thrives in USDA zones 8-10
Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — Spring through summer, it showcases tubular red flowers, attracting hummingbirds
Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — making it an excellent choice for drought-tolerant landscapes
Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — Space plants approximately 2 feet apart to accommodate growth
Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — scientifically named Gambelia juncea
Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — is a distinctive perennial shrub native to Baja California's Cedros Island
Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — This ornamental beauty is renowned for its slender
Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — which are a unique characteristic setting it apart from other snapdragons
Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — Growing to a height of approximately 3 to 4 feet and spreading out roughly 2 to 3 feet
Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — From late spring through fall
Cedros Island Snapdragon (Gambelia Juncea) — it blooms with a profusion of vivid

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