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California Native Plant

Galvezia speciosa

Island Snapdragon, Catalina Is. Bus

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: El Nativo Growers, Inc.

 

Description

Island bush snapdragon is an evergreen shrub or vine that grows from 2-3 ft. high and 3-5 ft. across with red spring and summer flowers. This plants needs partial shade in hot inland areas. It is a California native that is drought tolerant. It attracts hummingbirds. - Cornflower Farms

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Intermittent

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

Brown, Green

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Seascape

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Shrub Border, Raised Planter

Special Uses

Cascade, Erosion Control

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.