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Dicliptera suberecta

Native Dicliptera

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

South American native. Perennial to about 2'. Leaves are soft fuzzy light green about 3" long. Flowers occur in clusters in summer and are bright orange. Hummer attractor. Part shade in low desert. Frost sensitive so heavy pruning in late winter or early spring will make room for regrowth.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Orange, Red

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Swimming Pool, Walkways

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.