shrub

Galvezia speciosa | Island Snapdragon, Bush Snapdragon

The red flowers of Island Snapdragon make it a valuable commodity in the landscape. Forming at the branch tips, the 1-inch, tubular flowers are profuse during spring and into summer. Accepts full sun along the coast; prefers partial shade inland. Deadhead flowers past their prime; prune lightly to maintain form and set the stage for future blooms. Canopy coverage: 38 square feet.

Water Requirement: low, moderate

Sun Exposure: partial shade, full sun

Cold Hardiness: cold hardy to 25F

Growth Rate: moderate

Height: 4 feet high

Width: 7 feet wide

Evergreen

Foliage Color: gray-green

Flower Color: red

Flower Season: spring, summer

Wildlife: hummingbirds