Zauschneria californica
Common Name(s):
California fushia
Hummingbird trumpet
Synonym:
Epilobium canum
Firechalice
Flower:
Red
Blooms :
Jul
to:
Sep
Flower trumpet-shaped red with 5 spreading lobes
Botanical Description
Fragrant?
NO
Family:
Onagraceae
Small Shrub (usually < 1.5' and not >3'
Foliage:
Gray-Green
Leaves grey-green narrow
Fall Color?
YES
Leaves remain grey-green
Evergreen
Photo by:
Heading 6
Cold hardy, leaves stay grey-green
Oregon Native?
YES
West State Native?
YES
Origins:
Western North America
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
5
Water Needs:
L
Sun Needs:
Full Sun
Deer Resistant?
YES
Firewise?
YES
Height:
.33-.5'
Spread:
1-1.75'
Growth Rate:
Slow
Native Habitat:
Dry desert slopes amd scrubland
Soil:
Dry sandy, rocky
Care Recommendations
Maintenance Level:
Low
Fertilizer:
If desired can apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring
Mulch:
Gravel, pine needles, pine bark, wood chips
Plant does not tolerate over watering, trim to ground in mid-spring to maintain shape and promote flowering in late season
Long Term:
Winter:
Protect crown with mulch
Spring:
Cut back to just above ground in mid-spring, dig up suckers
Summer:
Water only if droughty conditions
Fall:
Let finish blooming then let stems remain
General Care Comments:
Plant needs full sun, excellent drainage, water in extended dry periods, pruning to ground level in mid-spring
Common Problems
Does not tolerate overwatering
Diseases:
Rust, powdery mildew, leaf spots
Insects:
White-lined sphinx moth larvae, aphids, fuchsia flea beetles, nectar robbers
Environmental Problems:
None
Pests:
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