California Fuchsia plant profile
Epilobium canum
A perennial flower for full sun.
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When to plant
When to plant California Fuchsia
A drought-tolerant perennial subshrub for sunny, very well-drained sites; wintertime drainage is key. Plant in spring and water until established, after which little or no extra water is needed. Cut plants back to the ground in mid spring to control height.
The calendar shows this cited seasonal window as an approximate band. It does not convert the season into frost-adjusted dates.
Open California Fuchsia in my garden calendarShows the source-backed planting season, not frost-adjusted dates.
Growing conditions
- Sun
- Full sun
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Hardiness
- Zones 7a to 7bFind my hardiness zone
Next steps
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Evidence trail
Evidence behind this profile
Original extension and institutional publications behind the planting, care, and safety facts on this page.
- Plant of the Week: California Fuchsia, Zauschneria (Epilobium canum)
University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Cooperative Extension Service. Supports general reference. Checked 2026-06-18.