Malacothamnus fremontii (Fremont’s Bush Mallow) loam Tree Poppy

Tree Poppy

In spring a cluster of pale orange bell-shaped flowers dangle from 12-18 inch tall stems

A California native evergreen shrub with light green leaves that arches up to one foot high in middle and grows to six feet wide

- Best in clay

The flowers become reddish with age

Malacothamnus fremontii (Fremont’s Bush Mallow) loam Tree PoppyFremont's Bush Mallow A shrub that grows up to seven feet tall. The flowers are pink and purple and bloom spring through summer. This plant produces a pollen that can produce an allergic reaction. Prune back after blooms to prevent woody look. Mallows spread by underground runners and form colonies. Full Sun or part shade Best in fast, medium, or slow draining soil Attracts birds, bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds Native to California