California Flannelbush, California Fremontia, Flannel Bush
Fast-growing and spectacular in bloom, Fremontodendron californicum (California Flannelbush) is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or small tree of sprawling, irregular shape, boasting a profusion of flamboyant yellow flowers from late spring to early summer. Borne along the branches, the large, saucer-shaped blossoms, 3 in. across (7 cm), feature 5 showy sepals that turn orange tints as they mature. Attractive to butterflies, they give way to persistent, conical seed capsules covered with bristly rust-colored hairs. The foliage of leathery, rounded, lobed leaves, 4 in. long (10 cm), is dark green above and felted beneath with bristly hairs. Contact with the hairs should be avoided as they can be irritating to the skin and eyes. Plant this desert shrub or small desert tree away from patios and paths. Excellent on dry hillsides or cascading over a stone wall.
Hardiness |
8 - 10 |
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Heat Zones |
8 - 10 |
Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
Plant Family | Malvaceae |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early) |
Height | 8' - 18' (240cm - 5.5m) |
Spread | 6' - 10' (180cm - 3m) |
Spacing | 72" - 120" (180cm - 3m) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Native Plants | California, United States, Southwest, Arizona |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
Hardiness |
8 - 10 |
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Heat Zones |
8 - 10 |
Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
Plant Family | Malvaceae |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early) |
Height | 8' - 18' (240cm - 5.5m) |
Spread | 6' - 10' (180cm - 3m) |
Spacing | 72" - 120" (180cm - 3m) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Native Plants | California, United States, Southwest, Arizona |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
How many Fremontodendron californicum (California Flannelbush) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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