Fremontodendron 'Ken Taylor'
Ken Taylor Cushion Fremontia
Description
This plant is a low mounding, evergreen shrub growing to 3'-4' high and 6' -8' wide. Bright yellow flowers bloom from mid-spring through early summer. Full sun and excellent drainage are required for best health.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Gold
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
Brown
Fruit Season
Summer, Fall
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Wild Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Shrub Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Walls / Fences, With Rocks
Special Uses
Filler, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds, Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Watering every day results in shallow roots.
Instead, water deeply every few days using the Cycle and Soak method (two or more short run times, each separated by about an hour).