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California Native Plant

Galvezia speciosa

Island Snapdragon

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

 

Description

Island Snapdragon is an evergreen shrub or vine that grows from 2'-3' high and 3'-5' 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.

 

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, Fire Resistant

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.