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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 3–5Type Perennial

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — ideal for adding vertical interest to any garden design; ideal for dry, well-drained soil and full sun, it blooms from

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–5

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Perennial
Family: Polemoniaceae

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Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — fiery red to orange flowers that are roughly 1 to 1.5 inches long; scientifically named Ipomopsis aggregata, image 62

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — orange and red flowers in the garden; ideal for adding vertical interest to any garden design, image 73

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — thus encouraging biodiversity within the landscape

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — fiery red to orange flowers that are roughly 1 to 1.5 inches long

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Reaching a height of 1 to 4 feet; erect stems are adorned with lanceolate leaves that are approximately 1 to 2 inches

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Reaching a height of 1 to 4 feet; erect stems are adorned with lanceolate leaves that are approximately 1 to, image 59

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — consider its visual impact in masses or clusters against a backdrop of lower-growing; reaching a height of 1 to 4 feet

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — and inform the client of the potential need to reseed this plant to ensure its return; use in clusters for a, image 69

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Regular watering during extended dry periods will help maintain vigor

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — perennial for full or half

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — scientifically named Ipomopsis aggregata; thus encouraging biodiversity within the landscape, image 56

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — and inform the client of the potential need to reseed this plant to ensure its return

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Scarlet Gilia, or Ipomopsis aggregata, is a striking biennial reaching 1 to 4 feet in height; hardy in zones, image 51

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — scientifically named Ipomopsis aggregata; thus encouraging biodiversity within the landscape

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Be mindful of its zone hardiness (3 to 10); orange and red flowers in the garden, image 68

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Regular watering during extended dry periods will help maintain vigor; and inform the client of the potential need to

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — erect stems are adorned with lanceolate leaves that are approximately 1 to 2 inches long

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — perennial with orange and red blooms

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — consider its visual impact in masses or clusters against a backdrop of lower-growing; reaching a height of 1, image 66

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — orange and red flowers in the garden

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — Regular watering during extended dry periods will help maintain vigor; and inform the client of the, image 71

Scarlet Gillia (Ipomopsis Aggregata) — The plant prefers full sun conditions but can tolerate light shade; it boasts tubular, fiery red to orange flowers

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; be mindful of its, image 53

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Eric Watts, CC BY 4.0 · source
Thayne Tuason, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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