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Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip

Fouquieria Splendens

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Overview

The Ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens), also known as Coachwhip, is a striking desert plant native to the Southwest USA. Growing 15-30 feet tall, it features long, spiny, whip-like canes that burst with fiery red tubular flowers after rainfall, attracting hummingbirds. Thrives in well-drained soils; full sun; USDA Zone 7-11. Low water needs once established. Ideal for xeriscaping, providing dramatic vertical accents in arid garden designs.

Sun FullWater LowZones 9–10Climate Arid
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — The Ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens)
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — The Ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens)Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Its growth habit is characterized by a cluster of long; and are a known hummingbird attractant, image 74Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Low water needs once establishedOcotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — The Ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens); thrives in well-drained soils; full sun; USDA Zone 7-11, image 63Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — succulent for full; be mindful to place it at a safe distance from pedestrian paths to avoid interactionOcotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — with a spread of approximately 10 feet when fully mature+108

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Fouquieriaceae
Climate
Arid

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Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — is a striking desert plant native to the Southwest USA
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — The Ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens)
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Its growth habit is characterized by a cluster of long; and are a known hummingbird attractant, image 74
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Low water needs once established
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — The Ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens); thrives in well-drained soils; full sun; USDA Zone 7-11, image 63
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — succulent for full; be mindful to place it at a safe distance from pedestrian paths to avoid interaction
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — with a spread of approximately 10 feet when fully mature
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Hardiness is rated for USDA zones 8 through 11
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — commonly referred to as Coachwhip or by its scientific name
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — and are a known hummingbird attractant; ideal for xeriscaping, providing dramatic vertical accents in arid
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — which typically bloom from March to June; succulent with orange and red blooms
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — making it a perfect choice for xeriscaping or a desert-themed garden
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — it practically embodies the very essence of water-wise landscaping.<br><br>When designing a landscape; this
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — oval-shaped leaves along these canes
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — conserving vital moisture.<br><br>About 1.5 to 2 inches long
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Regular supplemental watering can encourage leaf retention and more frequent flowering
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — is a distinctive plant native to the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico; hardiness, image 70
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — consider the Ocotillo's unique silhouette for dramatic vertical accents
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Thrives in well-drained soils; full sun; USDA Zone 7-11; consider the Ocotillo's unique silhouette for
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Low water needs once established; the Ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens)
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — With minimal water requirements once established; whip-like canes that burst with fiery red tubular flowers
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Hardiness is rated for USDA zones 8 through 11; but is not necessary for the survival of this hardy specimen
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — Ideal for xeriscaping, providing dramatic vertical accents in arid garden designs
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — oval-shaped leaves along these canes; is a striking desert plant native to the Southwest USA

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