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ISLAND BUSH SNAPGRAGON

Gambelia speciosa

Island Bush Snapdragon (Gambelia speciosa) is a striking perennial shrub endemic to the Channel Islands of California, particularly Catalina Island. This rare and endangered species boasts showy clusters of vibrant, tubular, red-orange flowers that bloom from late spring to early summer, attracting pollinators like hummingbirds and butterflies. Growing up to 6 feet in height, its dark green, lance-shaped leaves create an appealing contrast to the vivid blossoms, thriving in the island's coastal sage scrub and rocky slopes. Known for its ecological importance in its limited habitat, the Island Bush Snapdragon represents an integral part of the island ecosystem, making preservation efforts crucial for its continued existence and beauty in the wild.

LIFE CYCLE:

Perennial

PLANT TYPE:

Medium Shrub

GROWTH:

Spreading, Mounding

DORMANCY:

Evergreen

FLOWER COLOR:

Red

DIFFICULTY:

Easy

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