Fremontodendron californica ‘Pacific Sunset’

• A cross between classic F. californicum and F. mexicanum
• Large, robust plant reported to reach 2 to 3 feet tall, and grows in a wide vase shape for a width of 1.5 to 2 feet
• Has large, fuzzy, 3? yellow flowers that have an orange- red blush
• Blooms in spring, and off bloom is an interesting evergreen texture in the water wise garden
• Does well on slopes, favors sandy, rocky, exceptionally well-drained soil, and dry conditions
• Drought tolerant and needs no supplemental water in summer once established

Photo courtesy of the San Diego Zoo