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Orange Carpet Fire Chalice

Botanical Name:
Zauschneria californica subsp. garrettii 'Orange Carpet'
Plant Description:
Low-growing herbaceous perennial. Plant Select winner for 2001. Unlike other hummingbird flowers, this one is more compact. Bright red-orange tubular flowers bloom throughout the summer. Attracts hummingbirds. Requires moderate amounts of water. Good choice for planting over rock walls.
Plant Family:
Onagraceae
USDA Hardiness Zones:
5 to 9
Mature Size:
3-4" tall x 15-20" wide
Plant Type:
Perennial
Light Requirement:
Sun to Shade
Bloom Season:
June to September
Water Requirement:
3 - Low
Bloom Color(s):
Orange
Utah Native:
No