Fremontodendron mexicanum Evergreen shrub - $10.50

Hidden Mansion Nursery
Hidden Mansion Nursery

Evergreen shrub

Fremontodendron mexicanum

Fremontodendron mexicanum - Southern Flannel Bush
Native to the San Diego County and Baja California, this evergreen shrub produces leaves with distinct 3 to 5 lobes and irritant hairs on the underside. The velvety leaves sparsely cover the branches. A great abundance of lemon-yellow flowers with a reddish tinge to the outside of the petals are displayed in the spring and summer. This bush will grow to 20 feet tall and wide. It does best in full sun with no supplementary water. It is hardy to about 15-20 degrees F. The fuzz on the leaves can be very irritating to the skin, and protection should be worn for the eyes if a person needs to work with this plant. The flowers are yellow-orange on the inside and reddish on the outside. Granted the Awarded of Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society in 1927.

Habit and Cultural Information
Category: Shrub
Family: Sterculiaceae (Cacaoss)
Origin: California (U.S.A.)
Evergreen: Yes
Flower Color: Golden
Bloomtime: Spring/Summer
Height: 15-20 feet
Width: 10-15 feet
Exposure: Full Sun
Drought Tolerant: Yes
Irrigation Req.: Low Water Needs
Winter Hardiness: 20-25° F

Hidden Mansion Nursery
818-293-0000
8455 La Tuna Canyon Road
Sun Valley , CA 91352 US
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