Yellow Bird of Paradise
Caesalpinia gilliesii
SKU
2528
Large yellow flowers with striking long red stamens adorn this open, fine-textured shrub. Multi-stem transparent, almost wispy character makes a wonderful informal specimen or screen. Ideal for summer interest in xeriscape gardens that need color in the heat. A natural with large succulent species. Semi-deciduous. Vigorous growth 6 feet tall, 4 to 6 feet wide.
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8 - 11 Change
Full sun
Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | ses-al-PIN-ee-uh gil-EEZ-ee-eye |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Large, open, moderate growing shrub; reaches 4 to 6 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Mediterranean, Rustic, Xeric |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Hedge, Mass Planting, Privacy Screen, Rock Garden, Specimen |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Waterwise, Heat Loving |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers. |
| Key Feature | Heat Loving Color |
Thrives in a wide range of soils, provided they are fast-draining. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates drought. No fertilization is necessary; this plant fixes nitrogen in the soil and needs little care.
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