Dendromecon harfordii Evergreen shrub - $10.50

Hidden Mansion Nursery
Hidden Mansion Nursery

Evergreen shrub

Dendromecon harfordii

Dendromecon harfordii (SBBG # 86-385) - Island Bush Poppy
This evergreen shrub is a selection of Dendromecon harfordii that was selected by Santa Barbara Botanic Garden for its larger leaves and pendulous habit. As with the species this plant has glaucus-green oval leaves only they are larger than the typical form. The largest plant we have seen of this selection is 7 feet tall with pendulous branches sweeping back towards the ground. Like the species it has yellow (3 inches across) flowers cover the plant the spring and summer. Full sun. Drought tolerant. It is hardy to about 15-20 degrees F. This cultivar is as yet unnamed by the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden.

Habit and Cultural Information
Category: Shrub
Family: Papaveraceae (Poppies)
Origin: California (U.S.A.)
Evergreen: Yes
Flower Color: Yellow
Bloomtime: Spring/Summer
Synonyms: [Dendromecon rigida ssp. harfordii]
Height: 10-16 feet
Width: 8-12 feet
Exposure: Full Sun
Seaside: Yes
Drought Tolerant: Yes
Irrigation Req.: Low Water Needs
Winter Hardiness: 15-20° F

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