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

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