Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Orange, Red

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer

 

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Swimming Pool, Walkways

 

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting

 

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

South American native. Perennial to about 2'. Leaves are soft fuzzy light green about 3" long. Flowers occur in clusters in summer and are bright orange. Hummer attractor. Part shade in low desert. Frost sensitive so heavy pruning in late winter or early spring will make room for regrowth.