Fremontodendron californicum
Common Flannel Bush
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Common Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron californicum) - Description
F. californicum bears lemon yellow 1 to 1.5 inch flowers that tend to bloom all at once. It also bears roundish, unlobed or three-lobed leaves.
Common Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron californicum) - Blooming
To promote flowering, grow in poor quality soil, because rich soil will cause the plant to focus on foliage growth.
Common Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron californicum) - Growth
They thrive in full sun with shelter from dry, cold winds. The hairs of the leaves and young shoots can cause skin irritation. Plants do not live much past 20 years.
Common Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron californicum) - Planting
When planting young saplings, it is best to stake them as they have shallow roots and may topple in stiff breezes. If growing from seed, soak in warm water a few days and leave outdoors so cool nights help trigger germination. A 10% germination rate is normal. Or propagate from softwood or half-hardened cuttings.
Common Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron californicum) - Pest
Scale insects. Other problems include root rot and stem rot, especially in containers.
Common Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron californicum) - Interesting facts
The leaves of the Flannel Bush have a leathery and fuzzy texture reminiscent of flannel.
Common Flannel Bush (Fremontodendron californicum) - Soil and irrigation
Flannel Bushes require little to no irrigation. In California where they are mostly native to, little precipitation falls in the summer months and these plants thrive with this climate. During their dry period, they can tolerate some irrigation, but do best without it. Grows best in poor-moderately fertile, neutral to alkaline, well-draining soil.
