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California fuchsia

California fuchsia
Common Name
California fuchsia
Latin Name
Epilobium canum
Description

California native plant; easy to grow and tolerates heat and drought; different varieties can have narrow or broad leaves that range from silver to bright green.

California Native
Yes
All-Star
Yes
Type
Perennial
Size
Medium
Color
Red
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun
Part Shade
Water Needs:
Very Low
Low
Bloom Season(s):
Summer
Fall
Wildlife Value(s):
Hummingbirds
Beneficial Insects
Pruning Needs

cut to ground after flowering in late fall