Botanical Name: Phygelius capensis ‘African Queen’
Common Name: Cape fuchsia Type of Plant: dicot: perennial Habit of Growth: Overall Shape Sprawling, shrubby perennial with trailing branches which root at the nodes; can be wood in colder climates Height to 4' Spread 3 to 6' Growth Rate rapid Environment: Exposure outdoors full sun to partial shade Soil prefers a rich, well-drained loamy soil Hardiness Hardy – Zones 4-9, 14-24 Morphology: Leaves Lanceolate, dark green, to 3" long with serrated margins, densely set on stems Flowers loose clusters of red tubular flowers with yellow centers; blooms through spring and summer Fruit fleshy capsule Propagation: stem cuttings any time, layering or division Usage: Filler plant used for brightly colored flowers which look fuchsia-like; can form a loose, rangy form, or can be kept neat and dense; mixes well in subtropical or cottage garden styles Landscape Care: Watering needs regular watering, not drought tolerant Fertilizing slow-release fertilizer in early spring Pruning head back frequently if dense form is required Pests/Diseases none major Special Conditions/Other Origin: South Africa Family: Scrophulariaceae Notes: |
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