Sidewinder California Fuchsia
Epilobium 'Sidewinder'
Summary
A stunning introduction from Ball Ornamentals, ‘Sidewinder’ was a prolific orange bloomer from May to October, and a vigorous grower reaching an average of 2’ 3” high (69.2 cm) and an impressive 7’ 2” wide (219.8 cm). There were no significant differences in plant growth between treatments, and both flowering and average overall appearance were rated 4.2 and above on all irrigation levels (Table 10). It should be noted that as vigorous as this plant proved to be, caution should be taken not to plant it too near other plants where it may take over. It would probably also be wise not to use it in areas with ample water, since this might encourage it to spread aggressively. However, it would be truly beautiful in low-water landscape applications for large sweeps of color or spilling over a wall where its wide-spreading fountain-form habit could be used to advantage.
Basic Info
| Submitted by: | Ball Ornamentals |
| Trial Exposure: | Sun |
| Year evaluated: | 2014 |
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Height & Width
(after 2 years):
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2' 3" x 7' 2" - UC Davis
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Reported Height & Width
(at maturity):
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1-2' x 2-3' |
| WUCOLS plant type: | Gc P N |
| Water Needs & WUCOLS Region: |
Low - Region 2
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Mean Overall
Appearance rating:
(1-5 Scale, 5 is highest)
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4.2 - UC Davis
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Flowering Months
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May-October - UC Davis
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Growth and Quality Data
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