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Scarlet Gillia

Ipomopsis Aggregata

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Overview

Scarlet Gilia, or Ipomopsis aggregata, is a striking biennial reaching 1 to 4 feet in height. It boasts tubular, fiery red to orange flowers, attracting hummingbirds and pollinators. Ideal for dry, well-drained soil and full sun, it blooms from late spring to early fall. Hardy in zones 3-10, it adds vertical interest and vibrant color to rock gardens and wildflower meadows. Use in clusters for a dramatic effect.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 3–5
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Ideal for dry, well-drained soil and full sun, it blooms from late spring to early fall
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — It boasts tubular, fiery red to orange flowers, attracting hummingbirds and pollinatorsScarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Scarlet Gilia, or Ipomopsis aggregata, is a striking biennial reaching 1 to 4 feet in heightScarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Use in clusters for a dramatic effectScarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Ideal for dry, well-drained soil and full sun, it blooms from late spring to early fallScarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Hardy in zones 3-10, it adds vertical interest and vibrant color to rock gardens and wildflower meadowsScarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Reaching a height of 1 to 4 feet+71

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–5

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Polemoniaceae

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Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — scientifically named Ipomopsis aggregata
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — It boasts tubular, fiery red to orange flowers, attracting hummingbirds and pollinators
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Scarlet Gilia, or Ipomopsis aggregata, is a striking biennial reaching 1 to 4 feet in height
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Use in clusters for a dramatic effect
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Ideal for dry, well-drained soil and full sun, it blooms from late spring to early fall
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Hardy in zones 3-10, it adds vertical interest and vibrant color to rock gardens and wildflower meadows
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Reaching a height of 1 to 4 feet
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — is a biennial to short-lived perennial that provides a striking splash of color
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — erect stems are adorned with lanceolate leaves that are approximately 1 to 2 inches long
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — ideal for adding vertical interest to any garden design
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — These blooms are a magnet for hummingbirds
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — <br><br>It truly shines in mid-summer to early fall when it produces tubular
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — fiery red to orange flowers that are roughly 1 to 1.5 inches long
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — The plant prefers full sun conditions but can tolerate light shade
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — thus encouraging biodiversity within the landscape
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — consider its visual impact in masses or clusters against a backdrop of lower-growing
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — complementary-colored plants
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — and inform the client of the potential need to reseed this plant to ensure its return
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Be mindful of its zone hardiness (3 to 10)
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — orange and red flowers in the garden
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — perennial with orange and red blooms
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — perennial for full or half
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Scarlet Gilia, or Ipomopsis aggregata, is a striking biennial reaching 1 to 4 feet in height; hardy in zones 3-10, it
Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — as it may behave more like an annual in colder climates

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