Fremontodendron californicum
Flannel Bush
Description
Flannel Bush is a fast growing, evergreen shrub that grows from 15'-20' tall. It has 3'" lobed leaves and a mass of 3" flowers that bloom in spring and early summer. It needs good drainage. It is a California native plant that is drought tolerant and attracts butterflies.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Park
Special Uses
Cut Flowers, Erosion Control, Screen, Fire Resistant, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.